Veterinary Technician I — Community Care & Teaching

University of Wisconsin; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

WisCARES, an outreach program within the University of Wisconsin–Madison's School of Veterinary Medicine, seeks a Veterinary Technician I to provide care, support, and education to low-income or homeless pet owners. The role supports teaching future veterinary technicians and veterinarians while aiding in subsidized services.

The position offers opportunity to contribute to community health and participate in teaching activities within a respected university veterinary setting.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma required.
• Associate's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops recordkeeping processes, maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing.
• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders.
• Completes appropriate laboratory tests and collects specimens according to established medical orders and care plans.
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities.
• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions.
• Assists in the facilitation of trainings for animal care staff and supervises student employees as needed.
• Monitors animal health status and records, provides nursing care, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and records in the medical record.
• 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.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Job description

WisCARES, an outreach program within the University of Wisconsin–Madison's School of Veterinary Medicine, seeks a Veterinary Technician I to provide care, support, and education to low-income or homeless pet owners. The role supports teaching future veterinary technicians and veterinarians while aiding in subsidized services.

The position offers opportunity to contribute to community health and participate in teaching activities within a respected university veterinary setting.