Job Description

Job Summary:

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome a dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant to our Anesthesia/Analgesia Service! Interested in a vital position assisting Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians with patient care and procedures? We want you!

50% Responsible for providing support for patient care by CVT's
- Restrain various domestic, exotic, and large animals
- Assist with premedication and induction of various species
- Assist with recovery and monitoring of post op patients
- Assist Veterinary Technicians and residents with case set-ups and clean up
- Monitors pre-op and post op patients and reports abnormal or concerning behavior

40% Responsible for maintaining and stocking pharmacy and CS supplies and cleanliness of anesthesia induction and recovery rooms
- Clean and disinfect equipment as needed

10% Participate in record keeping and billing
- Other tasks as assigned by the dept

Responsibilities:

Provides assistance during veterinary examinations and procedures, performs daily animal care duties, and maintains facility and inventory to ensure attainment of organization goals.

• 20% Assists with and executes the preparation, completion, and documentation of basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity
• 15% Cleans and maintains organization of animal holding spaces, work areas and equipment
• 10% Inventories and organizes supplies
• 10% Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing
• 15% Assists with routine laboratory tests and specimen collection according to established medical orders and care plans
• 10% Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities
• 5% Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions
• 15% Support clinicians and CVTs in the anesthesia service with requested tasks

Tasks:

• Provide patient care and support duties as required by the service
• Support anesthesia faculty and staff as required by the service
• Work on-call shifts as required by the service and the hospital

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.

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Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:
- Basic animal handling skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions
- Experience in a veterinary hospital setting or referral practice

Work Schedule:

Monday thru Friday 7:30AM-4:00PM with a 30 min unpaid lunch

Potential for on-call shifts as required by the hospital

Sign on bonus of 3-5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid quarterly over the first year of employment

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 $18.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
Sign-on Bonus of 5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid over the first year of employment (Minimum of $1,500+ for Veterinary Technician Assistants)!

Additional Information:

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently and physical/manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.

UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable), outstanding employee benefits (), ample paid time off (), and financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification.

The UW-Madison campus and the surrounding area have many enriching opportunities. Madison was named the most bike-friendly city; the Dane County Farmer's Market is one of the largest in the nation; Madison has the most restaurants per capita of any U.S. city; Madison consistently ranks as a top community in which to live, work, and play; and the University is nationally recognized for academics and athletics. Please see the following link for more information:

How to Apply:

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to upload a cover letter outlining your experience as related to the position, current resume, as well as a list of professional references, including a current supervisor.

Contact:

Karen Majerus
karen.majerus@wisc.edu
608-263-9930
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Veterinary Tech Assistant(AN001)

Department(s):

A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/CCU-ANESTH-ER/ANESTHES

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

308702-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

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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).

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About University of Wisconsin–Madison

Work with purpose, make an impact, and grow your career. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to equity, inclusion and employee well-being as we proudly work to improve the lives of people in Wisconsin and beyond. Join a world-class educational and research institution, located in one of America's best places to live and work. The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been a catalyst for the extraordinary since its founding in 1848. As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, our guiding principle is the Wisconsin Idea, a long-standing commitment to conducting outreach that contributes to a better future for our state, our nation, and the world. In a survey of working Americans conducted by Forbes, UW?Madison ranked among the top 100 America’s Best Large Employers in 2022. Our location in Madison, Wisconsin, is consistently rated one of the best places to live in the United States. A variety of independent rankings place Madison among the best U.S. cities for livability, work-life balance, fitness, opportunities for women, best places to raise children, and other measures. We were also named one of the Best Universities for Commuters in 2021 ... . More than 24,000 faculty and staff work at our schools, colleges, and administrative units. Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation at UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

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