Veterinary Technician - WisCARES

University of Wisconsin Madison
$18.36 HOURLY
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Feb 12, 2025
Job Summary: Are you looking for an exciting career in veterinary medicine? Whether you're a new CVT grad or an experienced CVT, we want you! WisCARES is a non-profit that provides veterinary care and social services to low-income or homeless pet owners. We partner with the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine to train future veterinarians, promote interdisciplinary relationships, and offer subsidized veterinary and support services to low income or homeless individuals. Make a real difference in patients' and their owners' lives! For more information about WisCARES visit https://wiscares.wisc.edu/ Responsibilities: Veterinary Technician I (AN002) Veterinary Technician II (AN003) Tasks: Perform technical and nursing skills as needed under minimal supervision, including administering vaccines, performing radiographs, venipuncture, and animal restraint. Assist in demonstration and instruction of nursing skills, techniques, and procedures as needed. Administer treatments or medications to patients as directed by DVM. Obtain and handle samples for laboratory/diagnostic testing and communicate results with DVM or clients as needed. Knowledge of preventative care, diseases and other small animal related care. Assist in ensuring adequate inventory levels are kept and monitoring clinic flow. Administer anesthesia and perform surgical prep, postoperative care, and discharge patients. Perform routine dental cleanings. Provide client education and assist in addressing client concerns as needed. Basic computer skills. Assist in maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment as needed. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required H.S. Diploma Preferred Associate's Degree Qualifications: Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks. This position is posted at Vet Tech levels 1 and 2. The 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. License/Certification: Required CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician Work Schedule: Anticipated schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $18.36 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications Additional Information: A Probationary Period will be Required 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. How to Apply: Please click "Apply Now" to start the application process. You will be required to submit a cover letter and resume highlighting your qualifications and experience as it relates to this position. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without notice. Please ensure that your resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position. Contact: Hilary Cox hicox@wisc.edu 608-262-3950 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Veterinary Technician I(AN002) or Veterinary Technician II(AN003) Department(s): A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/MEDICAL SCIENCES Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing Job Number: 311271-CP The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. 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