Veterinary Research Technician: Onsite Animal Care

Universities of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Veterinary Technician III to provide veterinary care to research animals in the UW-Madison program. The role involves assisting veterinarians in restraint, examination, and medical/surgical treatment, documenting observations, and preparing medications.

The position is 100% onsite and considered essential personnel. Responsibilities include supporting animal care procedures, training staff, maintaining records, and assisting in various procedures

Qualifications

• Experience working with animals is required.
• Certification of Wisconsin Veterinary Technician or eligibility to obtain preferred or experience equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintains surgical support facilities in sanitized, well-stocked, and orderly condition.
• Prepares, completes, monitors, and documents complex animal care procedures and medication administration.
• Schedules and performs routine testing and vaccinations on USDA-regulated animals.
• Assists in training new veterinary/animal care technicians and supervises work as appropriate.
• Maintains records regarding animal treatments, medications, diagnostics, and illness.
• Assists veterinarians and researchers in animal care, anesthesia, surgery, post-operative care, euthanasia and radiology procedures under minimal supervision.

Skills

Experience with animals

Veterinary care

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Veterinary Technician III to provide veterinary care to research animals in the UW-Madison program. The role involves assisting veterinarians in restraint, examination, and medical/surgical treatment, documenting observations, and preparing medications.

The position is 100% onsite and considered essential personnel. Responsibilities include supporting animal care procedures, training staff, maintaining records, and assisting in various procedures