Animal Health Technician - Primate Medicine (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3)

Under the direction of Staff Veterinarians, provide medical, dental, surgical, anesthesia and technical support in the care of non-human primates. Duties include but are not limited to performing medical and dental procedures, such as x-rays, pulpotomies, pulpectomies and extractions; initiate emergency treatments; induce and maintain general anesthesia as required for surgical procedures on non-human primates; perform acute and emergency and/or critical intensive care procedures, venipuncture, catheterization, gastric or tracheal intubations and wound management; and provide technical support for procedures including endoscopy, surgery and laparoscopy. Record therapeutic orders, prescribed treatments and complete work orders for project animals. Maintain stock levels of drugs, disposable solutions and hospital supplies. Maintain equipment and surgical instruments. Maintain records on drugs usage and supplies for recharge activities; and maintain records on hospitalized animals and surgical records. Familiarity with regulations/guidelines/policies to ensure that animals are provided appropriate care to promote physical and psychological well-being and minimize discomfort. AHT3 staff reports to the Primate Medicine Practice Manager and take assignments as directed by Practice Manager and in coordination with Area Staff Veterinarians and AHT 4 Charge Nurse who serves as Lead Technician for assigned area, which includes Hospital Services, Surgery & Anesthesia Services, and Outpatient Services. The incumbent will work under minimal supervision in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards governing animal research (NIH/OLAW/AAALAC) and all safety procedures according to NIH standards and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Employee may be required to work with animals/tissues infected with HIV/SIV virus, and other experimentally used agents.

Apply By Date

11/06/2024 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Animal Technologist (LATG) certification or American Association for laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) technician certification: Assistant Laboratory -Animal Technician (ALAT) or Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT). Must complete ALAT at minimum within one year of employment and willingness to complete the LATG certification program.
• No Degree Required
• Advance experience in applying veterinary nursing procedures and applied knowledge of acute medical, emergency and critical intensive care of laboratory animals. This includes venipuncture, catheterization, wound management, and orogastric intubation. Experience with applied basic pharmacology, mammalian anatomy, medical terminology, and mammalian physiology. Experience performing complex medical procedures under the guidance of veterinary staff. Experience in pharmacology and controlled drug policy and practices, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and SOAP.
• Experience and applied knowledge and critical thinking skills to act independently in the triage of multiple clinical cases simultaneously in order to initiate emergency and/or critical care of animals and experience with induction and maintenance of both short-term and long-term anesthesia in a veterinary and research environment with attention to project needs and clinical demands.
• Experience performing standard veterinary medical procedures including but not limited to venipuncture, IV catheterization, gastric incubation, endotracheal or gastric intubation, wound healing management and bandaging, and initiating emergency treatments.
• Experience providing technical support for procedures including endoscopy, surgery and laparoscopy. Experience and applied knowledge to manage a digital radiology imaging system. Experience to perform advanced radiology techniques. Experience to recognize changes in physical appearance or behavior of non-human primates.
• Skills to troubleshoot a diverse array of medical equipment including radiology units, automatic film processor, anesthetic machine, autoclave (sterilizer), dental equipment, digital camera, EKG machine, pulse oximeter, blood pressure monitor, nebulizer (thermo-care unit), fiberoptic endoscope and bronchoscope. Knowledge of USDA regulations, Animal Welfare and AALAS practices and protocols pertaining to primate non-human animal models.
• Applied knowledge of nonhuman primate behavior, social structure, and enrichment strategies. Applied knowledge of and skill in handling and training nonhuman primates. Knowledge of basic computer science and ability to learn to use the computer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license registered in the State of CA.
• Experience working in an animal research facility where non-humans primates may be either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous diseases.
• Experience assessing non-human primates for physical/behavioral abnormalities.
• Experience initiating emergency medical treatment of non-human primates.
• Experience and specialization in animal (non-human primates) dental procedures, including experience in x-rays, pulpotomies, pulpectomies, extractions, and assisting in oral surgical procedures.
• Experience as an animal technician in biohazard containment procedures necessary for performance in BioSafety Level (BSL) 2 or 3 facility.

Key Responsibilities

• 40% - Medical Care Administration
  
  
• 30% - Unit Support Maintenance & Training Support
  
  
• 30% - Veterinary Technical Research Support

Department Overview

The California National Primate Research Center (CNPRC) is an Organized Research Unit that conducts interdisciplinary research programs on significant human health related problems where nonhuman primates are the animal models of choice. In addition to its major efforts in the area of research, the Primate Center is also committed to its mission of teaching and service. The role of this position is to provide medical and technical support to veterinary staff and CNPRC investigators in Primate Medicine. Employee may be required to work with animals/tissue infected with biohazardous agents such HIV/SIV virus, measles virus, and others.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $28.96 - $43.83 /hourly
• Salary Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Salary Grade: 189
• UC Job Title: ANML HEALTH TCHN 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift Hours: Manager will Advise
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

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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
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

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 - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 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
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 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 - Frequent 3 to 6 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

• This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Measles vaccination or proof of illness required. TB test or chest x-ray, measles vaccination or proof of illness is required prior to employment and annually thereafter.A Must be willing to perform assigned duties in a BioSafety Level (BSL) 2 or 3 facility where non-humans primates may be either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous diseases such as HIV, SIV, or Herpes B virus.A Required to wear protective clothing and respirator in circumstances that require personal protection from infectious diseases and animals.A Required to work overtime includes, weekends and holidays. Staff is required to be available for on call shifts. Schedule is subject to change with only 12-24 hours notification.A 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.A California National Primate Research Center employees are directly or indirectly engaged in the performance of work on Federal or State contracts and grants as well as periodically come into contact with controlled substances; and are expected to abide by the UC Policy on Substance Abuse, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, and the State Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC Community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdasvispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

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