Veterinary Technician - WISCARES

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

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Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Veterinary Technician I

Job Summary:

WisCARESis a non-profit that provides veterinary care and social services to low-income or homeless pet owners.Asan outreach program withinthe University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Veterinary Medicine, whichtrainsfuture veterinarians,WisCARESpromotesinterdisciplinary relationshipsand offerssubsidized veterinary and support services to low income or homeless individuals.

We are looking for a new Veterinary Technician to join our team.This is an exciting and impactful position that allows you to provide much needed care and education in our community, while also being involved in teachingfutureveterinarytechniciansandveterinarians.For more information, visit https://wiscares.wisc.edu/

Key Job 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

Department:

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

Compensation:

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

UW Madison’s School of Veterinary Medicine offers competitive wages, outstanding employee benefits ample paid time off, and 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

Contact Information:

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

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