Veterinary Technician - WISCARES

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

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding employee benefits

Ample paid time off

Financial support for continuing educ.

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison, School of Veterinary Medicine—WisCARES is seeking a Veterinary Technician I to support subsidized veterinary care and related services for low‑income or homeless pet owners. You will maintain medical records, assist in care procedures, and supervise student workers in a dynamic outreach program.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma; an Associate's Degree is preferred, and CVT experience is valued.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma required.
• Associate's Degree preferred.
• Experience working as a CVT is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates records related to medical procedures and billing.
• Tracks supply inventory and places replenishment orders.
• Performs laboratory tests and collects specimens per orders.
• Documents and disseminates results to appropriate entities.
• Acts as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders.
• Assists in trainings for animal care staff and supervises student employees.
• Monitors animal health and provides nursing care; notifies veterinarian of status changes.
• Prepares and documents complex technical animal care procedures per care plans.

Skills

CVT experience

Education

H.S. Diploma

Associate's Degree

Job description

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Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Veterinary Technician I

Job Summary

WisCARES is a non‑profit that provides veterinary care and social services to low‑income or homeless pet owners. As an outreach program within the University of Wisconsin‑Madison’s School of Veterinary Medicine, which trains future veterinarians, WisCARESpromotes interdisciplinary relationships and offers subsidized veterinary and support services to low income or homeless individuals.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develops record‑keeping 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

Department

University of Wisconsin, Madison - School of Veterinary Medicine - WisCARES

Compensation

Minimum $20/hr, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Outstanding employee benefits
• Ample paid time off
• Financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification

Required Qualifications

H.S. Diploma

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's Degree

Experience working as a CVT

Education

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

Eligibility

Please note that successful candidates must have authorization to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Contact Information

For questions or more information, please contact Hilary Cox, WisCARES Practice Manager & Lead Veterinary Nurse, at [e-mail]

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW‑Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin‑Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.

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