Veterinary Technician I — Teach & Provide Community Vet Care

Universities of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison’s WisCARES program is seeking a Veterinary Technician I to join our outreach team within the School of Veterinary Medicine. You will provide care and education to low-income or homeless pet owners and contribute to teaching future veterinarians.

The role involves recordkeeping, inventory management, lab work, and collaboration with veterinary staff. A strong commitment to community service is essential.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required.
• Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Experience working as a CVT is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develops recordkeeping processes and updates medical procedure records.
• Manages supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders.
• Performs laboratory tests and collects specimens per medical orders and care plans.
• Documents and disseminates results to appropriate entities.
• Acts as contact for animal owners and stakeholders, providing information.
• Assists in trainings for animal care staff and supervises student employees as needed.
• Monitors animal health status, records care and notifies veterinarians of changes.
• Prepares and documents complex animal care procedures and medications per care plans.

Skills

CVT experience

Recordkeeping

Animal care

Education

HS Diploma

Associate’s Degree preferred

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison’s WisCARES program is seeking a Veterinary Technician I to join our outreach team within the School of Veterinary Medicine. You will provide care and education to low-income or homeless pet owners and contribute to teaching future veterinarians.

The role involves recordkeeping, inventory management, lab work, and collaboration with veterinary staff. A strong commitment to community service is essential.