Instructional Specialist Veterinary Technician

University of Wisconsin; Bowens Addition (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison WisCARES seeks a Veterinary Technician III to support the WisCARES clinic’s daily medical functions while helping grow teaching programs for preclinical and clinical students. The role combines hands-on animal care with instructional duties, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities include supervising student rotations, coordinating with UW-SVM teaching staff, and developing learning modules.

Qualifications

• License/Certification: CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. independently
• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks
• 2+ years of relevant experience, to include veterinary technician experience
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams, basic spreadsheets, Powerpoint, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Documentation, communication & operations tasks including maintaining records and billing
• Teaching, training & outreach supporting veterinary students and staff
• Clinical & technical care including nursing care, procedures, and anesthesia-related tasks

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Education

CVT Certification

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

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Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Veterinary Technician III

Job Summary:

WisCARES is a non-profit outreach program of the School of Veterinary Medicine that provides veterinary care and social services to low-income pet owners. WisCARES trains future veterinarians, promotes interdisciplinary relationships and offers subsidized veterinary services to low income and unhoused individuals. This is an exciting and impactful position that allows you to provide much needed care and education in our community, while also being involved in teaching future veterinarians and veterinary technicians. For more information, visit: https://wiscares.wisc.edu/

We are hiring for a combination CVT and instructional specialist position. This will entail helping the WisCARES clinic maintain daily medical functions while also helping to manage the increased teaching load as more students experience WisCARES throughout the curriculum. This will include maintaining student communications, helping guide our new programs for preclinical students in their first and second year of veterinary school and help develop systems that ensure that the high quality of our clinical (year four) student rotation experience is maintained as we grow.

We're seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching and continuous improvement. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Canvas is a plus, as is an interest in educational content creation. While this role involves physical demands, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working with animals, the rewards of contributing to veterinary education are immense. If you're comfortable working in this environment and are eager to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us? Be Part of Something Bigger: Contribute to a world-class veterinary education program. - Grow and Develop: Enhance your professional skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. - Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact the lives of animals and the future of veterinary medicine.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Documentation, Communication & Operations (15%)

• Maintain accurate, organized medical, procedural, and billing records; contribute to development and improvement of recordkeeping processes
• Dispense medications and prepare, write, and fill prescriptions in accordance with medical orders
• Manage medical supply inventory, including tracking usage and placing replenishment orders

Teaching, Training & Outreach (35%)

• Participate in the instruction and support of veterinary students, veterinary technician students, assistants, and volunteers
• Coordinate education-specific functions of the clinic including student orientation, canvas updates, scheduling and communication with teaching staff at the UW-School of Veterinary Medicine
• Participate with student reviewing and feedback process
• Work with faculty and staff to develop learning modules for students to utilize for extra learning opportunities and if caseload is insufficient

Clinical & Technical Care (50%)

• Provide high-quality animal nursing care, including monitoring health status, administering medications, and documenting care in the medical record
• Perform technical veterinary procedures such as blood draws, vaccinations, dental cleanings, radiographs, and specimen collection according to established care plans
• Complete routine laboratory testing and accurately document and disseminate results to appropriate parties
• Assist veterinarians with complex medical and surgical procedures as needed
• Serve as a point of contact for animal owners by providing information and responding to questions
• Demonstrate professionalism and cultural sensitivity when working with diverse clientele
• Experience with anesthesia, dentistry and fear free handling preferred.

Department:

University of Wisconsin, Madison - School of Veterinary Medicine - WisCARES

Compensation:

Minimum $29/hr, negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• License/Certification: CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. independently
• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks
• 2+ years of relevant experience, to include veterinary technician experience
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams, basic spreadsheets, Powerpoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Education:

• Associate's Degree required

Contact Information:

For questions about the application process, contact Laura Hess, [e-mail]. For questions about the position, contact Kelly Schultz, [e-mail]

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. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

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