Large Animal Surgery Supervisor (ANML CARE HOSP SUPV 1 VMTH)

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 40% - Clinical Technical Support
• 40% - Supervision
• 10% - Infection & Sanitation Control
• 10% - Facility, Equipment, Inventory, and Budgets

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Must possess a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) or obtain within 3 months of date of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Experience handling, restraining and working with horses of all types and temperaments to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Experience preforming sterile preparation for joint injections, lacerations repairs and a variety of other routine and emergency procedures.
• Experience supervising staff in a large animal hospital, veterinary specialty or emergency service setting.
• Experience in the use of specialized surgical and diagnostic equipment/ instruments used for various common large animal procedures (orthopedic, routine, emergency), patient preparation and equipment.
• Experience developing, implementing and managing technical SOP's, procedural SOP's and enforcing safety protocols and maintaining training documentation in a veterinary hospital setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with individuals of varying ages, cultural backgrounds, and perspectives to secure and/or provide information to clarify situations, resolve problems, make referrals, as it pertains to standard operating room policies and procedures.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
• Experience supervising in a fast paced dynamic environment with multiple interruptions and conflicting priorities.
• Experience in surgical preparation and positioning of patients for common large animal surgical procedure with knowledge of surgical equipment.
• Experience using Veterinary Medical & Administrative Computer System (VMACS).

Department Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $33.33 - $59.48
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: Grade 21
• UC Job Title: ANML CARE HOSP SUPV 1 VMTH
• UC Job Code: 004769
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday-Friday, hours to be arranged. Variable on-call hours to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

• 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 occasional overtime and various hours on short notice (including covering staff shortages and holiday shifts).
• Work under Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
• Requires working with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gaseous anesthetics, zoonotic and infectious diseases, unpleasant odors and distraught clients. Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions.

Special Requirements

• 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