Veterinary Technician: Primary Care and Primary Care Dentistry

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Key Job Responsibilities:

• Keeps records of all controlled substances and inventory records (10%)

• Maintains surgical support facilities in sanitized, well-stocked, and in orderly manner; and ensures that preventative maintenance of equipment is performed (10%)

• Schedules and performs routine testing and vaccinations on United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulated animals (10%)

• Assists in training new veterinary and/or animal care technicians and supervises work as appropriate (10%)

• May assist in data collection or reporting for designated aspects of research, animal care programs, or colony management (10%)

• Maintains records regarding animal treatments, medications, diagnostic procedures, and illness (10%)

• Assists veterinarians and researchers in animal care, diagnostic, preventative, research, anesthesia, surgery, post-operative care, euthanasia and radiology procedures under minimal supervision. May perform minor surgical procedures or other minor invasive procedures (20%)

• Prepares, completes, monitors, and documents complex technical animal care procedures and work unit activities, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (20%)

Department:

School of Veterinary Medicine

UW Veterinary Care Hospital

Primary Care/ Primary Care Dentistry

Compensation:

The starting hourly rate for the position is $21.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications).

UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable), outstanding employee benefits https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/new-employee-benefits-enrollment/benefits-for-employees-covered-by-the-wrs/  ample paid time off https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/leave/paid-leave/ , financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification, referral bonuses, an annual shoe allowance, and a yearly provision of hospital-branded clothing.

This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently

• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks

• Proficiency in IV catheter placement

• Proficiency with sedation administration and monitoring

• Knowledge of basic nursing skills, including patient care and record keeping

• Experience working in a clinical veterinary environment

• Knowledge of safe animal restraint techniques

• Ability to perform venipuncture and collect laboratory samples

• Experience in client communication and education

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities

• Demonstrated reliability, initiative and proactive problem-solving

This position is posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level is determined by qualifications based on type of prior veterinary tech experience:

• To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad with minimal experience

• To qualify for Level 2: Generally, over 2 years of veterinary tech experience, may substitute years of experience for specialization

• To qualify for Level 3: Veterinary Tech Specialist (VTS), or highly qualified and specialized in a specific area, may have prior experience from another university hospital

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an academic, teaching or training environment

• Familiarity with electronic medical records and scheduling systems

• Prior experience mentoring or instructing veterinary or veterinary technician students

• Strong organization skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced clinical setting

• Knowledge of fear-free or low-stress handling techniques

Education:

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Required

High School Diploma Required

Associates Degree Preferred

How to Apply:

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply' button. You will be asked to submit a current resume.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. 

Contact Information:

Hiring Manager: Jennifer Borgen, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, jennifer.borgen@wisc.edu 

Human Resources Support:  April Schulz, HR Manager, ajschulz2@wisc.edu 

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