ER Veterinary Technician Assistant — Fast-Paced Care

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Education support

Referral bonuses

Shoe allowance

Hospital clothing

Job summary

UW Veterinary Care is seeking dedicated veterinary technician assistants to join our Emergency Room team. You will support veterinarians and technicians, contribute to patient care, and help shape the futures of veterinary medicine at UW–Madison.

The role emphasizes flexibility, competitive pay, and meaningful growth opportunities within a renowned teaching hospital. The 100% FTE position offers a flexible schedule, with on-call and holiday requirements as needed to assure hospital operations

Qualifications

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently.
• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.
• At least 2 years professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals.

Responsibilities

• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (10%).
• Cleans and maintains organization of animal holding spaces, work areas and equipment (10%).
• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (10%).
• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (10%).
• Inventories and organizes supplies (5%).
• Assists with routine laboratory tests and specimen collection according to established medical orders and care plans (15%).
• 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 (40%).

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Manual dexterity

Veterinary clinic experience

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

UW Veterinary Care is seeking dedicated veterinary technician assistants to join our Emergency Room team. You will support veterinarians and technicians, contribute to patient care, and help shape the futures of veterinary medicine at UW–Madison.

The role emphasizes flexibility, competitive pay, and meaningful growth opportunities within a renowned teaching hospital. The 100% FTE position offers a flexible schedule, with on-call and holiday requirements as needed to assure hospital operations