Veterinary Technician: Ward Patient Care
About The Position
UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician to provide attentive, compassionate care and monitoring for hospitalized patients during day and overnight hours. The role supports nursing care across the Emergency Room (ER), Critical Care Unit (CCU), Intermediate Care Ward (ICW), and Night Ward at Wisconsin’s only veterinary teaching hospital, working with veterinary professionals, specialists, and veterinary students. The position is expected to be 90–100% FTE (36–40 hours per week). The anticipated schedule is Monday and Friday, 3:00 PM–12:30 AM, and Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 PM–12:30 AM. Additional shifts in the ER, CCU, ICW, or Night Ward may be scheduled based on operational needs. Schedules will be finalized and communicated at least two weeks in advance. Participation in the hospital’s on-call rotation is required as needed. The position is posted at Veterinary Technician levels 1, 2, and 3; level and pay are commensurate with experience and qualifications. The starting hourly rate is $21.00 and is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Night and weekend shift incentives may add up to nearly $4.80 per hour. A hiring bonus of 3% of base pay, prorated to FTE, is paid over the first year of employment.
Requirements
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential required.
- At least 1 year of clinical veterinary technician experience required.
- High school diploma required.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds independently and maintain the physical dexterity required for fast-paced emergency procedures.
- For Level 1: entry-level CVT graduate with minimal experience.
- For Level 2: generally more than 2 years of veterinary technician experience; specialization may substitute for years of experience.
- For Level 3: Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS), or highly qualified and specialized in a specific area; prior experience at another university hospital may qualify.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred.
- 3–4 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals.
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification in Emergency and Critical Care (ECC), or relevant specialization, for higher-level placement.
Responsibilities
- Monitor animal health status and records, notify veterinarians when status changes, and ensure care plans are completed and documented in medical records.
- Assist with complex animal care procedures and related activities.
- Track supply inventory and place replenishment orders.
- Maintain and update records related to medical procedures and billing.
- Complete routine laboratory tests and collect specimens according to medical orders and care plans.
- Document and disseminate test results to appropriate parties.
- Serve as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders by providing information and answering questions.
- Perform, complete, and document basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to care plans and medical necessity.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance through the UW–Madison employee benefits program.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and personal holidays.
- Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
- Annual shoe allowance and hospital-provided uniform apparel.
- Financial support for continuing education and pursuit of Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS in ECC) certification.
- Night shift incentive of $3.00 per hour.
- Weekend shift incentive of $1.80 per hour.
- Hiring bonus of 3% of base pay, prorated to FTE, paid over the first year of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
