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 Nurses who are Team Lead Technicians assigned to 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. The work schedule for this position is a 4-day work week/10 hours per day alternate work schedule which includes one day of required weekend coverage. Minimally qualified incumbents hired into this position will be assigned a temporary work schedule for on-the-job training until training requirements are satisfactorily met at which time the incumbent will be assigned a 4/10 work schedule based on operational needs.

Apply By Date

10/10/2025 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

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

• Assistant Laboratory or Animal Technician (ALAT) or Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT).
• No Minimum education required
• Advance experience in applying veterinary nursing procedures and applied knowledge of acute medical, emergency, and critical intensive care of laboratory animals, including venipuncture, catheterization, wound management, and orogastric intubation and bandaging, and initiating emergency treatments; Experience providing technical support for procedures including endoscopy, surgery and laparoscopy, and applied experience to perform advanced radiology techniques; 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 with applied basic pharmacology, mammalian anatomy, medical terminology, and mammalian physiology and experience working with controlled drugs policy and practices, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and SOAP.
• Knowledge and training in induction and maintenance of long term anesthesia in a veterinary or research environment with attention to project needs and clinical demands; Skills to perform complex medical procedures under the guidance of laboratory animal science veterinarians, such as performing 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; Interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a diverse group of people to include, but not limited to investigators, visitors, veterinarians, residents, and students and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license registered in the State of CA.AND/OR Animal Technologist (LATG) certification or American Association for laboratory Animals.
• Experience working in an animal research facility where non-human primates may be either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous diseases. Experience assessing and recognize changes in physical appearance of non-human primates for physical/behavioral abnormalities. Experience initiating emergency medical treatment of non-human primates. Experience in providing technical support for procedures including endoscopy, surgery and laparoscopy, dental procedures, including experience in x-rays, pulpotomies, pulpectomies, extractions, and assisting in oral surgical procedures.
• 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. Skills and knowledge to use a computer and MS Office software and data entry into internal colony systems.

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, which 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
• UC Job Code: 009535
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• 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

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

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-This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy, which includes measles vaccination or proof of illness and TB test, or chest x-ray is required prior t

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
• 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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