- Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment
orders
- Develops recordkeeping processes, maintains organization of and
updates records related to medical procedures and billing
- Assists in the facilitation of trainings for animal care staff
and supervises student employees as needed
- Completes appropriate laboratory tests and collects specimens
according to established medical orders and care plans
- 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
- Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders
providing information and answering questions
- Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate
entities
Department:
School of Veterinary Medicine
UW Veterinary Care Hospital
Large Animal Team
Compensation:
The starting hourly rate for the position is $22.00 (but is
negotiable based on experience and qualifications).
Sign-on Bonus of 3-5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid over
the first year of employment!
Pay incentives for evening and weekend shifts of $3.00/hour night,
$1.80/hour weekend, and the total you could earn is $4.80/hour for
weekend and night differential on top of the base pay! 100% Flex
position also available with an additional $2.00/hour shift
differential in addition to the night and weekend
differentials.
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/ , and
financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty
certification.
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
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 Preferred
How to Apply:
Begin the online application process by clicking the '' 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 27, 2025;
however, this position will remain open and applications will be
considered until the position is filled.
Contact Information:
Hiring Manager: Kristin Foster, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor,
kafoster2@wisc.edu
Human Resources Support: April Schulz, HR Manager,
ajschulz2@wisc.edu
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