"Veterinary Technician: Intermediate Care Ward"

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated veterinary technicians to our Intermediate Care Ward (IMCW). Whether you're an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or a recent CVT graduate, we want to hear from you and we provide comprehensive training!

As the only veterinary teaching hospital in the state, UWVC offers a unique opportunity to blend your passion for animal care with the chance to mentor and train the veterinarians of tomorrow. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in your career, UWVC is the place for you. Enjoy flexible scheduling, generous benefits, and competitive pay while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine.

Explore a career with us and see how UWVC can be the perfect environment for your professional growth!

The anticipated schedule for this vacancy is Tuesday through Friday from 6:30am – 5:00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Rotating weekend schedule will be required in the future. The schedule will be made at least 2-weeks in advance. Additionally, occasional on-call and holiday may be needed, as required by the hospital. Schedule is subject to change based on department needs.

This position will serve as back-up to the Emergency and Critical Care Unit as needed.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities
• Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans
• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing
• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities
• Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record
• Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity

Department: School of Veterinary Medicine, UW Veterinary Care Hospital, Intermediate Care Ward (IMCW)

Compensation: The starting hourly rate for the position is $22.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications). This position is eligible for a hiring bonus of 3-5% of base pay (prorated to FTE) which will be paid over the first year of employment! UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages, outstanding employee benefits, ample paid time off, 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 posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Veterinary Technician Certification
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently
• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks
• 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: 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. 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 on or before the effective date of appointment. The deadline for assuring full consideration is September 12, 2025; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Contact Information: Hiring Manager: Melinda Carmody, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, melinda.carmody@wisc.edu; Human Resources Support: April Schulz, HR Manager, ajschulz2@wisc.edu

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