VETERINARY TECHNICIAN: NIGHT WARD

Salary:

Minimum $18.00 Maximum $28.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
Differential Pay: $3.00/hour night, $1.80/hour weekend, and $4.80/hour weekend night differential on top of the base pay.

Sign-on Bonus of 3-5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid quarterly over the first year of employment (Minimum of $1,800+ for Veterinary Technicians).

Job Summary:

This exciting opportunity provides technical support to the daily operational needs of the Small Animal Area of UW Veterinary Care (UWVC). Highly qualified candidates will have the following: a minimum of 1 year experience working as a Small Animal technician; possess excellent communication and technical skills; ability to multitask and prioritize while assisting/teaching 4th year students; ability to make independent decisions which can affect the quality/outcome of animal life; function calmly in stressful situations and to work cooperatively with other people. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

1) Learns and develops proficiency of technical skills utilized in the area for quality patient care.
2) Participates in review of inpatient cases/treatments and gives assistance where needed.
3) Develops the ability to anticipate and initiate the needs of Clinical Faculty and staff during
procedures/daily operational needs.
4) Oversees scheduling and teaches student hourly employees.

The work is performed under limited supervision.

Responsibilities:

Veterinary Technician II (AN003)
Veterinary Technician I (AN002)
Veterinary Technician III (AN004)

Tasks:

• Ensures appropriate charge capture for the services provided to the patients.
• Assists and participates in the instruction and educational experiences for veterinary students.
• Maintains equipment and supplies in work area.
• Responsible for participating in other duties as needed or assigned.
• Participate in rotating on-call shifts for the teaching hospital in the ER/CCU as needed.
• Ensures standards of care are met during procedures and pre, peri, and post operative care.
• Cares for all animals in the area of work. Provides treatments according to treatment sheets.
  Demonstrates good decision making skills.
• Helps manage the receiving schedules.

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.

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Education:

Required
H.S. Diploma

Preferred
Associate's Degree

Qualifications:

To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad or awaiting to sit for the CVT exam, or some CVT working experience with no specialization.

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.

License/Certification:

Preferred
CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician
or eligible to obtain within 12 months

COVID-19 Considerations:

UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086 . Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.

Work Schedule:

Core hours will generally be: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 4:30PM-12:30AM, which may vary based on FTE of hired personnel.

Variable night, holiday, and weekend on-call shifts as required by the hospital.

Work Type:

Part Time: 50% - 90%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable


Additional Information:

Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

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/ ), and financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification.

The UW-Madison campus and the surrounding area have many enriching opportunities. Madison was named the most bike-friendly city; the Dane County Farmer's Market is one of the largest in the nation; Madison has the most restaurants per capita of any U.S. city; Madison consistently ranks as a top community in which to live, work, and play; and the University is nationally recognized for academics and athletics. Please see the following link for more information: https://www.visitmadison.com/

How to Apply:

Begin the online application process by clicking the '' button. Applicants are asked to upload a cover letter outlining your experience as related to the position, current resume, as well as a list of professional references. This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.

Contact:

Jill Medenwaldt
jill.medenwaldt@wisc.edu
608-261-1439
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Official Title:

Veterinary Technician I(AN002) or Veterinary Technician II(AN003) or Veterinary Technician III(AN004)

Department(s):

A878620-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/SA I/SA-TECHS

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

264758-CP



The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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Applications Open: Aug 11 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Sep 23 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time