Certified Veterinary Technician - Spay/Neuter Clinic

Description

Are you looking for a highly rewarding career with great benefits, a dynamic team, and a supportive environment? The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is looking for Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs) to join team in a full-time, part-time, or relief capacity!  This position will be based out of our Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis. Full-time applicants have the option to work fully at the clinic or spend some of their time in our shelters!  As a CVT at WHS, you will make an impact by supporting our awesome clients and their animals. You will hone your surgical support skills while working alongside veterinary professionals and a management team dedicated to supporting your growth, development, and well-being.

The WHS Spay/Neuter Clinic is dedicated to making spay/neuter services affordable and accessible to all pet owners. We perform thousands of surgeries each year through our public services and programs like Pets for Life, making a positive impact not only on individual animals, but the whole community. Our team of veterinarians and support staff are committed, passionate, and fun. If you’re looking for a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of thousands of animals and the people who love them, apply today!

The schedule for this position is first shift and requires weekday availability until 5:30pm.  WHS offers a competitive starting wage of $20-25/hour, financial support for continuing education and license renewal, plus a signing bonus!  We are currently offering $1500 in hiring and retention bonuses as a gift for new full or part-time CVTs!  New full-time or part-time CVTs will be eligible to receive a $750 bonus gift upon completion of 90 days of employment and a second $750 bonus gift after completion of 6 months of employment!  That’s a grand total of $1500!  To be eligible, the employee must maintain full-time or part-time status at the time the bonus is administered.  The bonus will not be prorated if an employee does not reach the 90day and 6 month timelines. 

Job Responsibilities

• Surgical preparation of patients and post-operative care
• Anesthetize, intubate, and extubate patients
• Monitor vitals under anesthesia and trouble-shoot anesthetic equipment as needed
• Calculate drug dosages; handle and track controlled substances
• Clean and maintain equipment, surgical quarters and animal areas as needed
• Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed
• Effectively communicate in a friendly and professional manner with co-workers and the public
• Provide excellent customer service

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician Certification required
• Experience in a veterinary clinic and/or animal shelter preferred
• Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs repeatedly throughout the day
• Must be committed to our organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness, innovation, professionalism, equity, and positive approach
• Ability to partner with clients, staff, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds
• Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply

Benefits/Compensation 

Signing Bonus

WHS is currently offering a signing bonus of up to $1,500.  Eligible hires can earn $750 after 90 days of employment and additional $750 after 6 months for a total of $1,500!

Benefits: 

Full-time Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group term life insurance and voluntary life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending plans
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Sun Life supplemental benefit
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Paid family Leave
• WHS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Help Tool | Federal Student Aid

Time off including:

• Vacation
• Wellness
• Holiday

Full-time and part-time staff are eligible for the following benefits:

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 30% off adoption fees
• 30% off manners classes and behavior consultations
• 20% off youth programs 
• Event discounts
• Animal Antics retail discounts
• Limited wellness/veterinary care services for companion animals

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please complete the Apply Now section at the top of this job page to begin your online employment application. Only applications submitted through our online application system may be considered. Please know that it is our policy to reply to each application received once we have a status update.

Come see why over 280 staff call one of WHS’s 7 locations home! You’ll be happy you did!

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Wisconsin Humane Society believes in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. WHS’s success depends on engaging qualified people regardless of race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, veteran status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, arrest and/or conviction record (unless substantially related to the position held or sought), veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin. It was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis. The organization offers adoption services, youth programming, and veterinary resources for animals from low-income households, retail stores, volunteer programs and dog training classes. The Milwaukee shelter also houses the state’s busiest Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.

Qualifications

Salary : $20 - $25