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The deadline for assuring full consideration is April 1, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.
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Benefits
The starting hourly rate for the position is $22.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications).This position is eligible for a hiring bonus of 3-5% of base pay (prorated to FTE) which will be paid over the first year of employment!This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.Required Qualifications:Veterinary Technician CertificationAbility to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independentlyPhysical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasksThis position is posted at Vet Tech levels 1 and 2. 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 experienceTo qualify for Level 2: Generally, over 2 years of veterinary tech experience, may substitute years of experience for specializationTo qualify for Level 3: Veterinary Tech Specialist (VTS), or highly qualified and specialized in a specific area, may have prior experience from another university hospitalHealth insuranceVision insuranceFlexible schedulePerformance bonus
Additional Information
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Job Category:
University Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Veterinary Technician I
Job Summary:
UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated veterinary technicians to our Intermediate Care Ward (IMCW). Whether you're an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or a recent CVT graduate, we want to hear from you and we provide comprehensive training!
As the only veterinary teaching hospital in the state, UWVC offers a unique opportunity to blend your passion for animal care with the chance to mentor and train the veterinarians of tomorrow. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in your career, UWVC is the place for you. Enjoy flexible scheduling, generous benefits, and competitive pay while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine.
Explore a career with us and see how UWVC can be the perfect environment for your professional growth!
The anticipated schedule for this vacancy will be focused on evening hours. Additionally, the incumbent will serve as back-up to the Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Unit as needed.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders (5%)
Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities (10%)
Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record (20%)
Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (20%)
Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (5%)
Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans (10%)
Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (5%)
Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (10%)
Department:
School of Veterinary Medicine
UW Veterinary Care Hospital
Intermediate Care Ward (IMCW)
University Of Wisconsin-madison · Madison, WI