Veterinary Technician

Wauwatosa Veterinary Clinic•Wauwatosa, WI

17d

About The Position

Wauwatosa Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced or certified Veterinary Technician to join its multi-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice. The clinic provides conventional and integrative medicine and surgery, using Fear Free and Low-Stress Handling techniques. Its services include diagnostic ultrasound, echocardiography, acupuncture, acupressure, physical rehabilitation, therapeutic laser therapy, and massage, offering opportunities to apply existing technical skills and learn advanced and integrative treatment modalities. The role includes supporting veterinarians and patients through appointments, treatments, diagnostics, surgery, and dental procedures, as well as providing client education and maintaining accurate records and organized clinical areas. The clinic emphasizes compassionate patient care, exceptional client service, teamwork, mentorship, continuing education, and professional growth. This is a full-time position with negotiable compensation based on experience. The schedule features four-day workweeks, with the potential to work one or two Saturdays per month from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The clinic does not schedule Sundays, overnights, or major holidays.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
A positive attitude and desire to continue learning and growing.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Genuine passion for patient care and client education.
Confidence assisting with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
Leadership skills and a proactive approach to patient care.
Commitment to compassionate, low-stress patient handling.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Veterinary Technician.
Perioperative care and surgical assistance experience.
Surgical and dental experience.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians during appointments, treatments, and procedures.
Provide compassionate nursing care and hands-on support for patients.
Perform venipuncture and collect patient samples.
Process laboratory work and complete diagnostic testing.
Fill and prepare pharmacy prescriptions accurately.
Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs.
Assist with surgical and dental procedures, including preparation, monitoring, recovery, and instrument care.
Use Fear Free and Low-Stress Handling techniques to promote patient comfort and safety.
Educate clients about treatment plans, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care.
Maintain accurate medical records and complete patient documentation.
Keep treatment and examination areas clean, stocked, and organized.
Collaborate with teammates to support efficient hospital workflow and outstanding client service.

Benefits

401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only).
529 Savings Plan.
Tuition Support Program (full-time only).
Referral Bonus Program.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time only).
Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child life insurance (full-time only).
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service, except where state paid family leave programs apply.
Sick Time / Paid Time Off.
Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
Pet discounts on services and products.
Pet food discount program.
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program.
State license reimbursement.
VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
Continuing education allowance.
Professional development opportunities and TechLife Professional Development Program.
Uniform allowance.
Six paid holidays (full-time only).
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discount program.
Four-day workweek.
No Sundays, overnights, or major holiday shifts.