Veterinary Technician

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks a Veterinary Technician I/II to provide clinical care for monkeys at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center. You will learn suturing, minor surgeries, ultrasounds, and dental extractions while contributing to animal welfare and research integrity.

Experience with nonhuman primates is a plus. The role emphasizes teamwork, meticulous recordkeeping, and adherence to safety and ethical standards in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as a veterinary technician in a clinic or research setting.
• Independent, decisive, and capable with veterinary knowledge and recordkeeping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around nonhuman primates.

Responsibilities

• Monitor animal health status and maintain medical records.
• Assist with basic and complex animal care procedures and medication administration.
• Prepare, complete, and document basic and complex procedures and care activities.
• Maintain and update records related to medical procedures and billing.
• Assist in training and supervising student employees as needed.
• Document and disseminate results to appropriate entities.
• Serve as point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders.

Skills

Veterinary medicine basics

Aseptic technique

Wound management

Anesthesia basics

Medical records management

Time management

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Anesthesia machines

Monitoring devices

Ultrasonic cleaner

Autoclave

Gas sterilization chambers

Job description

Salary

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Job Category

University Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Veterinary Technician I

Job Summary

Are you passionate about animal care and want to participate in cutting edge research and make a difference in animals lives? An exciting opportunity awaits you to work with and care for our monkeys. The Wisconsin National Primate Research Center is looking for a Veterinary Technician to provide clinical care to our marmoset and macaque monkeys. In this position, you will learn and/or strengthen your skills in suturing, performing minor surgical procedures, ultrasounds, and dental extractions. We offer an excellent benefits package with generous paid leave benefits and prioritize a healthy work-life balance. While previous experience working with nonhuman primates is not required (but is a plus!), all skill levels will be reviewed for consideration.

Key Job Responsibilities

• VT I: Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record
• VT II: Monitors animal health status and records, provides nursing care, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and records in the medical record
• VT I/II: Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders
• VT I: Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity
• VT II: Prepares, completes, monitors, and documents complex technical animal care procedures and work unit activities, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity
• VT I: Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities
• VT I: Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing
• VT II: Develops recordkeeping processes, maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing
• VT I: Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans
• VT II: Completes appropriate laboratory tests and collects specimens according to established medical orders and care plans
• VT II: Assists in the facilitation of trainings for animal care staff and supervises student employees as needed
• VT I/II: Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities
• VT I/II: Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions

Department

UWMSN | OVCR | WNPRC Veterinary Services

Compensation

• Veterinary Technician I: $20.15/hr
• Veterinary Technician II: $22.30/hr

Required Qualifications

Highly qualified candidates will have the following: a minimum of 1 year experience working as a technician in a veterinary office or research institution; independent, decisive, and accomplished with frequent demonstration of the fundamental knowledge of veterinary medicine, aseptic technique, wound management/healing, anesthesia, information management including spreadsheets, animal health records maintenance and excellent time management skills.

This position is posted at Vet Tech levels 1 and 2. Level is determined by qualifications based on type of prior veterinary tech experience.

To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad, or up to one year of relevant work experience.

To qualify for Level 2: Generally over 2 years of veterinary tech experience, may substitute years of experience for specialization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of standards for quality animal care and proper procedures associated with handling animals, preferably nonhuman primates.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain and operate equipment utilized in unit (e.g., anesthesia machines, monitoring devices, ultrasonic cleaner, autoclave, gas sterilization chambers, etc.).
• Knowledge and ability to perform clinical triage & initial emergency intervention.
• Knowledge, skill and ability to perform or assist with dental care; wound care and primary closure of minor lacerations.
• Basic knowledge of anesthesia techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of behavior and health requirements in one or more species and willingness to learn abnormal animal behavior
• Knowledge of common computer programs and electronic medical records systems.
• Strong oral and written communications skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills. This position requires a pleasant, conscientious, team player attitude.
• Crisis Decision skill ability: It is critical that the successful applicant knows his/her own limitations and what he/she can or cannot do. This includes not only knowing the limitations of their skills but also what decisions or actions may only be done under the direction of a veterinarian (euthanasia, change of treatment, addition of treatments).

Education

Preferred: Associate's Degree

Additional Information

• Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently, and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.
• Position requires the ability to stand for up to 75 percent of the time.
• Physical ability to lift, sit, stand, bend, reach, squat, twist and push to safely handle and care for the nonhuman primates.
• Must be TB negative
• Must be comfortable working around or directly with infectious diseases
• Applicant will be required to provide proof of immunization for measles or have a measles titer within the first week of employment. Depending on the results of the blood test, applicant may need to be immunized.
• Allergies to animals must be controlled by medication.
• Must possess a valid driver's license that meets standards of UW Risk Management in order to operate WNPRC vehicles.
• Criminal background check is required.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1 STEM OPT Extension participants. If you are selected for this position, you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

Contact Information

Kate Rouman: [e-mail]

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