Veterinary Technician: Primary Care and Primary Care Dentistry

Job Summary

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated veterinary technicians to our Primary Care team. 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 generous benefits and competitive pay while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine.

This is a full-time, 40-hours a week position. The expected schedule for this vacancy will be Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts between the hours of 7:30am – 5:30pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Incumbent will be hired on a terminal project position. This position will have an expected end date of 1-year from the date of hire with the opportunity to extend based on department needs.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing
• Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities
• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions
• Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity
• Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record
• Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities
• Participate in teaching and mentoring activities, including supervision of veterinary students during clinical rotations.
• Assist in maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring compliance with hospital protocols.
• Provide high-quality technical support for small animal primary care services, including patient restraint, sample collection, diagnostic testing, anesthesia monitoring, and nursing care.
• Facilitate patient flow during appointments to ensure efficiency and a positive client and patient experience.
• Support veterinary students in clinical skill development by demonstrating technical procedures, providing feedback, and modeling professional communication with clients and colleagues.
• Work directly with the technical team to maintain high standards of patient care, hospital cleanliness, and equipment readiness.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative learning environment for clients, students, faculty, and staff.
• Collaborate with faculty veterinarians to ensure consistent patient care and smooth clinical operations.
• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• Provide technical support to assigned small animal services
• Assist in the management of client communications via phone, email, and in person, including scheduling and coordinating appointments.