Veterinary Technician: Ophthalmology

Job Summary:

Join our team as a Veterinary Nurse- where compassion meets expertise in caring for animals. If you love learning and teaching, then this is the perfect role for you! Join us at UW-Madison's veterinary teaching hospital, and be on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine! This position supports the Ophthalmology department at UW Veterinary Care (UWVC). Make a real difference in patients' and their owners' lives!

Responsibilities:

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

Tasks:

• Preparing and assisting with eye examinations and procedures
• Performing and assisting with diagnostic tests such as fluorescein staining, tonometry, Schirmer tear test, etc.
• Administering medications under DVM oversight
• Preparing and assisting in Ophthalmology surgeries which includes operating room set up, providing assistance to DVMs during surgery, operating room clean up, etc.
• Provide accurate client education for post-operative procedures and appointments
• Provide knowledge about treatment options, prescription information, and cost details to clients
• Documenting accurate results and progress in patient's medical record
• Troubleshoot specialized equipment as needed to meet department needs
• Triage calls and emails from clients regarding their pet's health
• Monitoring inventory for department to ensure department needs are met

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

Qualifications:

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

To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad or minimal CVT working experience with no specialization.

To qualify for Level 2: Generally over 3 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:

Monday - Friday flexible depending on department needs and staff availability

Variable holiday and on-call shifts as required by the hospital.

Work Type:

Part Time: 40% - 50%

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 $20.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.

Additional Information:

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.

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/), and financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification.

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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.

Contact:

Tammi Walsh
twalsh7@wisc.edu
608-890-4618
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/SA III/SA-OPTHA

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

311747-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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