Neurology Veterinary Technician
About The Position
WVRC Waukesha is hiring a Veterinary Technician to provide nursing and patient-care support in its neurology service at a 24/7 VECCS Level I Certified Emergency & Critical Care and Specialty Hospital. The role works with specialists, emergency clinicians, and support staff in a collaborative, state-of-the-art facility, with opportunities for mentorship, training, professional development, and participation in clinical research. The technician provides general nursing care, advocates for patients, assists doctors during procedures, and communicates with clients about their pets’ conditions and care. The position is full-time on first shift, working four 10-hour shifts per week, with no weekends or on-call duties. Compensation starts at $21 per hour, or $25 per hour for CVTs, depending on experience.
Requirements
- At least two years of technical experience in a veterinary hospital setting.
- Experience with restraint, phlebotomy, catheter placement, and general nursing care.
- Ability to lift and restrain patients up to 50 pounds.
- Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative approach, commitment to patient care, and passion for veterinary medicine.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential preferred but not required.
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring and recovery, sterile scrub, and assisting with surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provide general nursing care, including patient restraint, phlebotomy, and catheter placement.
- Advocate for patients and assist doctors during surgical procedures.
- Communicate with clients by phone and in person, answer questions, provide updates on their pet’s condition, and follow up after visits.
- Explain complex neurological conditions with compassion, patience, and professionalism.
- Collaborate with colleagues and build relationships with clients and the community.
Benefits
- Free VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education.
- Veterinary Technician education sponsorships and VTS support.
- 16-week VTNE study group.
- Professional development assistance.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Employee pet discount.
- Financial benefits to help with student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
- NVA Pet Resort discount.
- Pet insurance discount.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
- Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance options.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid time off.
- Uniform allowance.
- Veterinary service benefits.
- Training for new and existing employees through Learning & Development Trainers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
