Veterinary Technician: Small Animal Float

University of Wisconsin; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night and weekend differential

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Referral bonuses

Shoe allowance

Hospital-branded clothing

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Veterinary Care (UWVC) in Madison seeks a floating nurse to support patients and owners across small animal specialty services. This role expands specialty knowledge and enhances veterinary nursing skills, with a requirement to lift 50 pounds and perform specialized tasks.

Responsibilities include monitoring health, assisting clinicians and students, and maintaining records. Prior veterinary clinic experience with small animals is essential; level will reflect

Qualifications

• Requires ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently.
• Physical and manual dexterity for specialized tasks.
• At least 3 years of professional veterinary clinic experience with small animals.
• Level 1/2/3 Vet Tech based on prior experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Monitors animal health status and provides nursing care, with documentation.
• Tracks inventory and replenishes supplies.
• Maintains records of medical procedures and billing.
• Facilitates trainings for animal care staff and supervises students.
• Performs complex care procedures and medication administration as per care plans.
• Acts as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders.
• Documents results and disseminates to appropriate entities.
• Completes laboratory tests and collects specimens per orders.

Skills

Small animal care

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative skills

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Veterinary Technician

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Each day brings something different in this unique floating nurse role, supporting patients and their owners while working across small animal specialty services. This position provides the opportunity to expand your knowledge of specialty care and further develop your veterinary nursing skills. The role requires initiative and the ability to independently follow through on assigned technical responsibilities. Candidates must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently and have the physical and manual dexterity necessary to perform specialized technical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily receiving schedules, provides assistance, and initiates changes as needed.
• Develops knowledge and expertise in specialized areas, including maintaining specialized equipment, instructing others on its use and care, and assisting clinicians and students with procedures.
• Anticipates the needs of clinicians, staff, and students during procedures and while providing primary animal care.
• Assists with the instruction of professional veterinary students and the training of entry-level Veterinary Technicians, as requested.
• Contributes to and participates in team building by assisting with problem-solving activities.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Monitors animal health status and records, provides nursing care, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and records in the medical record (10%)
• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders (10%)
• Develops record-keeping processes, maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (20%)
• Assists in the facilitation of trainings for animal care staff and supervises student employees as needed (10%)
• 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 (20%)
• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (10%)
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (10%)
• Completes appropriate laboratory tests and collects specimens according to established medical orders and care plans (10%)

Department

School of Veterinary Medicine UW Veterinary Care (UWVC)

Compensation

The starting hourly rate for the position is $23.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications). This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience. UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable).

• Outstanding employee benefits https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/new-employee-benefits-enrollment/benefits-for-employees-covered-by-the-wrs/
• ample paid time off https://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.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills are essential.
• At least 3 years professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling small animals.
• This position is posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level is determined by qualifications based on type of prior veterinary tech experience: To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad with minimal experience.
• To qualify for Level 2: Generally, over 2 years of veterinary tech experience, may substitute years of experience for specialization.
• To qualify for Level 3: Veterinary Tech Specialist (VTS), or highly qualified and specialized in a specific area, may have prior experience from another university hospital.

Preferred Qualifications

• VTS - Veterinary Technician Specialist
• Preferred 4 - 5 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling small animals.
• Experience working in a Critical Care Unit (CCU) and/or Emergency Room (ER) setting preferred.

Education

H.S. Diploma Required

Certified Veterinary Technician Required

Associates Degree Preferred

Contact Information

Hiring Manager: Jill Medenwaldt, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, [e-mail]

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

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