Veterinary Nurse: Anesthesia

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

7d•$21

About The Position

Are you looking to expand your skill set in an innovative and exciting environment? This position assists professional veterinary medical personnel in anesthetic procedures in support of the daily operational needs of UWVC. We provide on-site training to help you gain the skills you need to be successful! Independent decision making, initiative, communication, and reliability are all desired skills for this role. Make a true difference in the lives of our patients! 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 is Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm. On-call and holiday hours may be required.

Requirements

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently
Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks
Proven success with independent decision making skills
Ability to clearly and concisely communicate in high-stakes environments
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 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.
Required High School Diploma

Nice To Haves

Education: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Required Associates Degree Preferred

Responsibilities

Accurately calculates drug dosages, drug dilutions, CRI's and intravenous fluid rates
Assists or initiates preparation/workup of patient undergoing anesthesia by assessing patient and chart for clinical history
Completing a written anesthetic plan and reviewing with supervising clinician
Completes charge sheets and enters all charges into patient's account
Ensures all controlled substances are properly logged onto patient's record. Wastes all controlled substances no longer needed by patient to meet pharmacy guidelines
Instructs fourth year veterinary students, assists students with catheters, intubation and patient care pre-op, post-op
Knows the location of the CPR crash cart and is trained in CPR techniques and drugs
Maintains accurate and complete anesthesia medical record.
Maintains, cleans and troubleshoots all equipment. Notifies clinicians/supervisor of equipment failure or needed repairs.
Operates and interprets all physiologic patient monitors including EKG, direct and indirect blood pressure, pulse oximeter, capnograph, gas analyzer, temperature and blood gas analyzer
Performs needed blood test for PCV/TP, AZO, blood glucose and blood gases
Performs patient pain assessment with the aid of approved clinical pain scoring chart
Places venous and Arterial catheters, performs intubations, local blocks, epidurals and special procedures
Restrains and anesthetizes various species: dogs, cats, horses, cattle, birds and exotics, etc
Stocks and maintains adequate supplies of consumables in induction and storage areas of anesthesia section
Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders (5%)
Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities (15%)
Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (5%)
Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans (5%)
Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (5%)
Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (5%)
Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record (5%)
Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (55%)

Benefits

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, and a yearly provision of hospital-branded clothing.

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