Veterinary Nurse : Emergency & Critical Care

Job Summary :

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated veterinary technicians to our Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) teams. Whether you're an experienced CVT or a recent CVT graduate, we want to hear from you and we provide comprehensive training!

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!

Responsibilities :

Veterinary Technician I (AN002)

Veterinary Technician II (AN003)

Veterinary Technician III (AN004)

Tasks :

Work closely with other hospital services to best support emergent patient care needs

Assist with the care and regular nursing needs for patients housed in the critical care unit

Assist with catheter placement (iv, urinary, etc.)

Ensure charges are entered in a timely and correct manner for hospital patients

Assist the Emergency and Critical Care Units with client communications. Document all client communications in the patient log.

Collect and submit patient lab samples

Follow all hospital and UW campus policies and procedures

Gain knowledge on unit equipment and use. Assist with unit equipment operation and regular maintenance. Advise supervisor of equipment issues or repair needs.

Participate in rotating on-call shifts as required by the hospital

Participate in the training and mentoring of staff and students

Assist with filling pharmaceutical requests after-hours for hospitalized patients

Assist in radiographing patients after-hours

Assist with sedation and anesthesia for patients in the ECC

Prioritize triage and stabilization of patients

Bring a positive, helpful attitude to the unit and the hospital

Be a team player, and work together with colleagues to best meet patient needs

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.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

Education : Required

H.S. Diploma

Preferred

Associate's Degree

Qualifications :

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

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 with minimal experience.

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 :

Required

CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician

Work Schedule :

UW Veterinary Care Emergency and Critical Care Units (ECC) have a variety of shifts available! Schedule determined based on unit need.

ECC positions offer a substantial $3.00 / hour increase on your base pay. Opting for a flexible schedule further enhances your earnings with an additional $2.00 / hour. Earn an extra $3.00 / hour for night shifts and $1.80 / hour for weekends, creating a total shift incentive potential of nearly $10.00 / hour!

Position will include holiday and weekend shifts. Potential for additional on-call hours as required by the hospital.

Work Type :

Full or Part Time : 25% - 100%

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

Appointment Type, Duration :

Ongoing / Renewable

Salary :

Minimum $23.00 Maximum $35.00 HOURLY

Depending on Qualifications

In addition to the base pay listed in this posting, ECC positions offer a substantial $3.00 / hour increase on top of your base pay. Opting for a flexible schedule further enhances your earnings with an additional $2.00 / hour. Earn an extra $3.00 / hour for night shifts and $1.80 / hour for weekends, creating a total shift incentive potential of nearly $10.00 / hour!

Sign-on Bonus of 5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid over the first year of employment!

Additional Information :

UWVC offers competitive wages and an unmatched state benefits package. You'll benefit from generous paid leave and the state's best health insurance. Additionally, we provide valuable perks such as Continuing Education (CE) benefits, sign-on and referral bonuses, an annual shoe allowance, and a yearly provision of hospital-branded clothing. Enjoy comprehensive support and exceptional benefits that make UWVC a standout choice for your career.

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.

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

How to Apply :

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to upload a current copy of their resume, outlining their experience as it applies to this position. This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is 12 / 6 / 24, however the position(s) will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

Contact : Melinda Carmody

mjmontag@svm.vetmed.wisc.edu

608-263-9944

Relay Access (WTRS) : 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title :

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

Department(s) :

A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE / CCU-ANESTH-ER / CCU

Employment Class :

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number : 306041-CP

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $23.00 - $35.00 per hour

Salary : $23 - $35