Certified Veterinary Technician

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Town of Grafton (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Best Friends Veterinary Center in Grafton, WI seeks an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our general practice team. You will support outpatient care, anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry with a focus on high-quality client communication and patient care.

The role emphasizes versatility across exam rooms and procedures, with a full-time schedule and competitive benefits. Candidates must hold a Wisconsin CVT license and have 1+ year of technician experience.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in Wisconsin.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring.
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement experience.
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols knowledge.
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations.
• Lab sample collection and in-house diagnostics knowledge.
• Accurate medical record documentation and charting.
• Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques.
• Client education and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records and treatment notes.
• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients.
• Identify patient concerns and assist in care coordination.
• Educate clients to support at-home care and aftercare instructions.
• Build strong client relationships through clear communication.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Monitoring

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology positioning

Medication administration

Labs and diagnostics

Medical records

Client education

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Wisconsin CVT license

Job description

Best Friends Veterinary Center is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $20 -$22 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday and 1-2 Saturdays per month

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Wisconsin
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in the state of Wisconsin **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
  • Client education and communication
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

Why choose Best Friends Veterinary Center?

At Best Friends Veterinary Center in Grafton, WI, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care for pets while fostering a warm and welcoming environment for both clients and staff. With a dedicated team of compassionate professionals, state-of-the‑art facilities, and a commitment to personalized service, we strive to exceed the expectations of every pet owner who walks through our doors. Our comprehensive veterinary services, combined with our passion for animal welfare, make us a trusted partner in pet care within the Grafton community.

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This is a good‑faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$20 - $22 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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