Veterinary Technician: Large Animal Hospital: 9a-9p x 3 Days/Week

University of Wisconsin Madison; Brantford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the University of Wisconsin-Madison's veterinary teaching hospital as a Veterinary Technician. This role supports the Morrie Waud Large Animal Hospital, performing essential nursing duties and assisting in the training of veterinary students. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in veterinary care and a passion for animal health.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus of 3-5% of base pay

Pay incentives for evening and weekend shifts

Financial support for continuing education

Qualifications

• Entry level CVT grad or minimal CVT working experience.
• Over 3 years of veterinary tech experience for Level 2.
• Veterinary Tech Specialist (VTS) for Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Assist in large animal nursing duties.
• Ensure medical treatments are performed safely.
• Participate in on-call and holiday shifts.

Skills

Equine handling skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Manual dexterity

Education

H.S. Diploma

CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician

Job description

Job Summary:

Are you looking for an exciting career in veterinary medicine? Whether you're an experienced CVT or a new CVT grad, we want you, and we train!

If you love learning and teaching, then this is the perfect role for you! Join us at UW-Madison's veterinary teaching hospital, and be on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine! This position performs technical responsibilities in support of the 24/7 needs of the Morrie Waud Large Animal Hospital of UW Veterinary Care (UWVC). Make a real difference in patients' and their owners' lives!

Responsibilities:
Veterinary Technician I (AN002)
Veterinary Technician II (AN003)
Veterinary Technician III (AN004)
Tasks:

• Assist in all aspects of large animal nursing duties


• Ensures all medical treatments are safely and efficiently performed on patients


• Assist in patient euthanasia as requested by DVM


• Participate in rotating on-call and holiday shifts as needed


• Assist with urgent and emergent patient care, as requested by DVM


• Assist with teaching and training efforts of both 4th year veterinary students and new team members


• Have ability to work independently


• Bring a positive and productive attitude to the unit, and be willing to assist team members in need

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Education:

Required
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad, or minimal CVT working experience with no specialization.

To qualify for Level 2: Generally over 3 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.

Equine handling skills strongly preferred. Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.

License/Certification:

Required
CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician

Work Schedule:

3 Days/Week from 9:00am - 9:00pm
Week One: Work Wednesday, Thursday. Have off Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday.
Week Two: Work Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Have off Wednesday, Thursday.
The Sunday falls on the same week as the Wednesday, Thursday week.

At least 2 legal holiday shifts are required per year. Occasional on-call may be needed, as required by the hospital. Schedule is subject to change based on department needs.


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.

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 90% - 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 $18.36 HOURLY
Depending on 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.

Additional Information:

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.

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.

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: https://www.visitmadison.com/

How to Apply:

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. You will be asked to submit a current resume. This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.

Contact:

Meenu Verma
[e-mail]
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Veterinary Technician I(AN002) or Veterinary Technician II(AN003) or Veterinary Technician III(AN004)

Department(s):

A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/LRG AN SVS/LA-TECHS

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

315402-CP

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