Veterinary Technician Assistant: Emergency Room

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Referral bonuses

Shoe allowance

Branded hospital clothing

Job summary

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is seeking veterinary technician assistants to join our Emergency Room team. You will support veterinarians and technicians in patient care within our busy ER service, helping shape the next generation of veterinary medicine.

This role offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and robust benefits. The position can be full or part‑time (90%–100% FTE, 36–40 hours/week) with an anticipated schedule set 2 weeks in advance and occasional on‑call/holiday requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• At least 1 year professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals.
• H.S. Diploma Required; Associate Degree Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains animal holding spaces, work areas and equipment (10%).
• Serves as a contact for animal owners, providing information and answering questions (10%).
• Inventories and organizes supplies (5%).
• Assists with routine lab tests and specimen collection per orders and care plans (15%).
• Assists with and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration (40%).
• Documents and disseminates results to appropriate entities (10%).
• Maintains records related to medical procedures and billing (10%).

Skills

Animal handling

Physical endurance

Client communication

Education

High school diploma required

Associate degree preferred

Job description

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Job Category: University Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Veterinary Technician Assistant

Job Summary

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated veterinary technician assistants to our Emergency Room (ER) Team. This vital role will support and assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care in the hospital's busy ER service. As the only veterinary teaching hospital in the state, UWVC offers a unique opportunity to blend your passion for animal care with the chance to work alongside the veterinarians of tomorrow. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in your career, UWVC is the place for you. Enjoy flexible scheduling, generous benefits, and competitive pay while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine. Explore a career with us and see how UWVC can be the perfect environment for your professional growth! This position can be full or part‑time, between 90% - 100% FTE (36-40 hours a week). The anticipated schedule for this vacancy is flexible, made at least 2‑weeks in advance, occasional on‑call and holiday will be required by the hospital.

Department: School of Veterinary Medicine UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) Emergency Room

Key Job Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains organization of animal holding spaces, work areas and equipment (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%)
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (10%)
• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (10%)

Compensation

The starting hourly rate for the position is $20 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications). In addition to the base pay listed in this posting, ER positions offer a substantial $2.00/hour increase on top of your base pay for night and weekend shifts. UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable).

• Outstanding employee benefitshttps://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/new-employee-benefits-enrollment/benefits-for-employees-covered-by-the-wrs/
• Ample paid time offhttps://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/leave/paid-leave/
• Financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification
• Referral bonuses
• An annual shoe allowance
• A yearly provision of hospital‑branded clothing

Required Qualifications

• Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently.
• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.
• At least 1 year professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 - 4 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals.
• Knowledge of good client‑relation principles.
• Ability to follow written and verbal rules and instructions accurately.

Education

• H.S. Diploma Required
• Associate Degree Preferred

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their 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 need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Contact Information

Hiring Manager: Hayley Pooler, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, [e-mail]

Human Resources Support: Anne Kaldunski, [e-mail]

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