Equine Integrative Sports Medicine Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 2 VMTH)

Under supervision of the Large Animal Surgery Supervisor and direction of the faculty service veterinarian, provide technical support for the Equine Integrative Sports Medicine Service. Receive, handle, & restrain patients. Patients are primarily equines, but also may include llamas, alpacas and other large domestic farm animals. Lead, lunge, and restrain patients. Lead horses while jogging/walking for gait evaluation. Perform aseptic preparation of joints and areas for local nerve blocks or joint injections. Assist in minor surgical procedures. Place IV catheters, collect samples & perform diagnostic testing, administer medical treatments, monitor patients, maintain accurate paper/electronic medical records and capture and document charges. Assist with diagnostic ultrasound, radiography and MRI. Assist with acupuncture, chiropractic, shockwave therapy, cold laser therapy. And other rehabilitation modalities. Maintain supplies & equipment, restock, clean & disinfect work areas & equipment. Instruct students. Drive vet truck to and from farm calls.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date.

Apply By Date

08/05/2026 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

Must possess a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) or obtain within 3 months of date of hire.

Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program

No minimum education required.

Experience & skill in handling, restraining, and working with horses of all types and temperaments, moving quickly with fractious, violent horses and anticipate potential problems & dangerous situations to ensure safety and effectiveness of restraint.

Experience with aseptic technique, medication administration, fluids commonly used in equines, performing mathematical calculations to calculate doses, bandaging & wound care, basic technical diagnostic & patient care procedures.

Experience with equine sports medicine and lameness, equine anatomy, medical terminology, basic physiology & behavior to identify abnormal physical signs and appearances.

Experience observing and recording patient behavior and bodily functions and to use the appropriate medical record/forms/flow sheets/terminology.

Experience following Infectious disease protocols.

Oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse group of people to include clients, clinicians, students, and staff to ensure understanding in receiving and giving instructions

Preferred Qualifications

Valid California Registered Veterinary Technician RVT License.

Experience using Veterinary Medical & Administrative Computer System (VMACS).

Experience administering sedation and analgesic drugs to equines.

Experience using radiography and shockwave therapy equipment.

Key Responsibilities

80% - Technical Support for the Equine Integrative Sports medicine (EISM) Services

15% - Technical Support to Other LA Clinic Services

5% - Infection and Sanitation Control

Department Overview

The 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.

Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for an Equine Integrative Sports Medicine 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 LEAVE

Vacation – earn (3) three weeks per year!

14 paid Holidays annually

Sick Leave – eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)

COMPENSATION

Competitive pay

Shift Differentials

CE & Other BENEFITS

$650 Continuing Education annual allowance

40 hours Paid CE annually (pro-rated based on appointment %)

$100 monthly stipend for RVTs

Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program

Scrubs provided and laundered at no cost to the employee

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range: $28.76 - $38.97

Salary Frequency: Hourly

Salary Grade: 214

UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 2 VMTH

UC Job Code: 004751

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time: 50% Variable

Shift (Work Schedule): Day time shift: Monday, Wednesday, Fridays. Hours to be determined.

Location: Davis, Ca

Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals

Benefits Eligible: Yes

This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding 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.

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High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs

UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family

Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave

Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources

On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services

Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles

Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

Standing - 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 Demands

Chemicals, 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

Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

Sustained 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 Environment

UC 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 under Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Working hours are subject to change and include days, swing, grave, weekdays, weekends, holidays and academic vacations. May be required to wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including: boots, gowns, lab coats, coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head covers. Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions. Need to remain professional when in unpleasant situations and communicating with difficult individuals. Work in other VMTH areas as needed.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

This 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 materials

Misconduct 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.

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