Assists or initiates preparation/workup of patient undergoing
anesthesia by assessing patient and chart for clinical
history
Completing a written anesthetic plan and reviewing with
supervising clinician
Completes charge sheets and enters all charges into patient's
account
Ensures all controlled substances are properly logged onto
patient's record. Wastes all controlled substances no longer needed
by patient to meet pharmacy guidelines
Instructs fourth year veterinary students, assists students
with catheters, intubation and patient care pre-op, post-op
Knows the location of the CPR crash cart and is trained in CPR
techniques and drugs
Maintains accurate and complete anesthesia medical
record.
Maintains, cleans and troubleshoots all equipment. Notifies
clinicians/supervisor of equipment failure or needed repairs.
Operates and interprets all physiologic patient monitors
including EKG, direct and indirect blood pressure, pulse oximeter,
capnograph, gas analyzer, temperature and blood gas analyzer
Performs needed blood test for PCV/TP, AZO, blood glucose and
blood gases
Performs patient pain assessment with the aid of approved
clinical pain scoring chart
Places venous and Arterial catheters, performs intubations,
local blocks, epidurals and special procedures
Restrains and anesthetizes various species: dogs, cats, horses,
cattle, birds and exotics, etc
Performs treatments and patient care in critical unit
(CCU)
Stocks and maintains adequate supplies of consumables in
induction and storage areas of anesthesia section
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Monitors animal health status and records, notifies
veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are
completed and recorded in the medical record (5%)
- Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders
providing information and answering questions (5%)
- Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities
(5%)
- Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen
according to established medical orders and care plans (5%)
- Maintains organization of and updates records related to
medical procedures and billing (5%)
- Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care
procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to
established care plans and medical necessity (55%)
- Assists with the execution of more complex animal care
procedures and affiliated activities (15%)
- Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders
(5%)
Department:
School of Veterinary Medicine
UW Veterinary Care Hospital
Anesthesia Unit
Compensation:
The starting hourly rate for the position is $23.00 (but is
negotiable based on experience and qualifications).
On top of your base compensation, enjoy night and weekend
differentials:
• $6.00/ hour for Monday -Friday shifts after 6:00pm
• $4.80/ hour for daytime shifts on Saturday and Sunday
• $7.80/ hour for Saturday and Sunday shifts after 6:00pm
This position is eligible for a hiring bonus of 3% of base pay
(prorated to FTE) which will be paid over the first year of
employment!
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 lbs. independently
- Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical
tasks
- Proven success with independent decision making skills
- Ability to clearly and concisely communicate in high-stakes
environments
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 or some CVT
working experience with no specialization.
- 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:
Education:
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Required
High School Diploma Required
Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology Preferred
How to Apply:
Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply'
button. Applicants are asked to upload a current copy of their
resume, outlining their experience as it applies to this
position.
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.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 14, 2026;
however, the position will remain open and applications may be
considered until the position is filled.
Contact Information:
Hiring Manager: Karen Majerus Veterinary Nurse Supervisor,
karen.majerus@wisc.edu
Human Resources Support: April Schulz, HR Manager,
ajschulz2@wisc.edu
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.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, 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 by acknowledging skills and expertise from all
backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For
more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to
view federal and state required postings, visit the
Human
Resources Workplace Poster website .
To
request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any
step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview,
pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the
Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you
are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to
help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also
require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct,
including sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities
of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that
the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.
Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The
Annual
Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety
and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3
calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies
and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison
will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the
University of Wisconsin Police
Department .
