Surgery and Anesthesia Floater Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH)

#CA-PSWant to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Surgery and Anesthesia Floater Technician to work alongside our world leading faculty clinicians and technicians, helping them teach the next generation of veterinarians while also serving the animals and pet owners of our community.As Part Of The Top Ranked UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital Team, Our Technicians Are Provided With The Following Benefits:PERSONAL LEAVEVacation – earn (3) three weeks per year!14 paid Holidays annuallySick Leave – eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)COMPENSATIONCompetitive payShift Differentials CE & Other BENEFITS$750 Continuing Education annual allowance60 hours Paid CE annually (pro-rated based on appointment %)$100 monthly stipend for RVTsWellness and on-site Employee Assistance ProgramScrubs provided and laundered at no cost to the employeeIndependent of supervision in a hospital setting, as a significant part of daily duties, responsible for treatment of patients with life-threatening illness or injury, whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis and inducing and monitoring anesthesia. Provide technical support to the Anesthesia, Orthopedic Surgery, Neurology, Operating Rooms, Dentistry and Oral Surgery, and Soft Tissue Surgery services, on a rotation, based on service needs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to anesthesia induction, anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation for various procedures, training of various technical skills to students or residents, patient treatments, diagnostic sample collection and performing technical skills such as IV catheter placement, blood draws, urinary catheter placement.RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date.Apply By Date05/08/2026 by 11:59 pm QualificationsMinimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the positionMust possess a California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license or hold a current license in another state and obtain a CA RVT license within 3 months from the date of hire.No Minimum Education required.Experience to independently provide treatment of patients whose conditions are likely to change on a moment-to-moment basis.Experience calculating drug dosages and administering medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscular or orally.Experience performing venipuncture, placing vascular catheters inducing anesthesia, monitoring anesthesia, and recovering patients from anesthesia, working independently with and without direct supervision.Experience in aseptic technique, surgical clipping and patient preparation, and circulation in an O.R.Experience to recognize normal and abnormal parameters for patients and how to respond accordingly.Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to engage effectively with diverse students, staff, clinicians, and clients and the skill to recognize and manage difficult situations.Preferred QualificationsExperience in the use of various specialized surgical and diagnostic equipment. Experience placing and maintaining various types of catheters including urinary and arterial. Key Responsibilities40% - Technical Support40% - Anesthesia Support20% - Surgical SupportDepartment OverviewThe Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) is a unit that provides clinical case material in support of the teaching programs throughout the School of Veterinary Medicine on a 24-hour basis. Its primary objectives are to train professional (veterinary) students, graduate clinical students (interns and residents), and graduate academic students; to provide veterinary services to the public; to serve as a referral center for practicing veterinarians, and to advance veterinary medical knowledge.POSITION INFORMATIONSalary or Pay Range: $31.32/hr. - $47.40/hr. Salary Frequency: HourlySalary Grade: 215UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTHUC Job Code: 004752Number of Positions: 1Appointment Type: Staff: CareerPercentage of Time: 100% FixedShift (Work Schedule): Tuesday-Friday 7:30am-6:00pmLocation: Davis, CAUnion Representation: TX-Technical ProfessionalsBenefits Eligible: YesThis position is 100% on-siteBenefitsOutstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.htmlHigh quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needsUC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your familyExtensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical LeavePaid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining AgreementPaid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining AgreementContinuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining AgreementAccess to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growthWorkLife and Wellness programs and resourcesOn-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health servicesSupplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coveragePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified rolesRetirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found herePhysical DemandsStanding - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Environmental DemandsChemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental DemandsSustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work EnvironmentUC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.Work occasional overtime and various hours on short notice (including covering staff shortages, weekend and holiday shifts). Work under Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Work under regular exposure to zoonotic diseases, anesthesia, cleaning chemicals and exposure to radioactive patients. May require working with or around areas with sick animals, hazardous materials, and/or infectious diseases, and distraught clients.Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by positionThis is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materialsMisconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.A Culture of Opportunity and BelongingAt UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-DiscriminationBecause we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHereTo learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks #CA-CB