Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Fredonia Veterinary Clinic; Town of Fredonia (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Modern veterinary tools

CE allowances

License renewal assistance

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement matching

Employee pet care discounts

Job summary

Fredonia Veterinary Clinic in Fredonia, WI is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our AAHA-accredited mixed animal hospital. This full-time role features a structured 4-day work week, no overnight on-call shifts, and competitive pay ($22.00–$32.00 per hour) commensurate with experience and certification.

You will focus on small animal nursing with anesthesia monitoring, surgical prep, and advanced diagnostics, while also supporting our equine team in a vibrant, team-oriented

Qualifications

• Active, good-standing Wisconsin CVT certification (or VTNE-eligible/AVMA grad).
• Strong anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery skills.
• Commitment to high patient care standards per AAHA guidelines.
• Collaborative team player in a fast-paced, multi-species setting.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor, and recover small animals for surgeries.
• Place IVs, manage fluids, calculate drug dosages.
• Perform in-house diagnostics and radiography.
• Educate clients on treatment plans and post-op care.
• Support equine team in a vibrant mixed-animal practice.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical prep

Patient recovery

Team collaboration

Fear Free care

Education

Wisconsin CVT certification

VTNE-eligible / AVMA program graduate

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Therapy laser

Surgical lasers

Job description

Job Title: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Location: Fredonia, WI

Clinic: Fredonia Veterinary Clinic

Position Type: Full-Time (Structured 4-Day Work Week)

Pay Rate: $22.00 – $32.00 per hour

(Commensurate with experience and certification status)

About Us

Fredonia Veterinary Clinic is an independently owned, AAHA-accredited mixed animal hospital that has proudly served southeastern Wisconsin for over 40 years. Our dynamic 8-DVM practice provides high-quality care to companion animals, equine patients, and farm animals. We practice Fear Free methods to ensure a low-stress environment for our patients and staff alike. We believe your career should empower you, not exhaust you, which is why we emphasize structured teamwork and work-life balance through a standard 4-day work week.

What You’ll Do

Your primary role will be dedicated to small animal nursing, with a heavy emphasis on surgical preparation, advanced monitoring, and patient safety:

• Anesthesia Mastery: Confidently induce, monitor, and recover small animal patients for a variety of surgical or dental procedures.
• Patient Nursing Care: Place IV catheters, manage fluid therapy, calculate precise drug dosages, and utilize advanced clinical equipment (such as our therapy laser).
• Advanced Diagnostics: Perform digital radiography, collect diverse lab samples, and run comprehensive in-house bloodwork.
• Client Service: Act as a critical liaison to educate pet owners on detailed treatment plans and post-operative discharge instructions.
• Note: While your daily focus is small animal, you will enjoy working in a vibrant mixed-animal environment alongside our dedicated equine team!

What We’re Looking For

• Certification: Active, good-standing certification as a Veterinary Technician in Wisconsin (CVT), OR recent graduates from an AVMA-accredited program who are VTNE-eligible / pending board exam results.
• Skills: Strong proficiency (or a desire to be mentored) in small animal anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and surgical prep.
• Values: A firm commitment to upholding the high patient care protocols required by AAHA standards.
• Teamwork: A collaborative, positive team player who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-species setting.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Predictable Schedule: Maintain an incredible work-life balance with a structured 4-day work week and no overnight on-call shifts.
• Modern Facility: Gain experience using top-tier veterinary tools, including digital X-rays, ultrasound, and surgical lasers.
• Professional Growth: We actively encourage continuous learning with annual CE allowances, paid license renewals, and dedicated study support/mentorship for board-eligible technicians.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy medical and dental insurance options, retirement matching, and generous employee pet care discounts (covering your small animals and horses!).