Veterinary Technician Assistant Emergency and Critical Care (36-40 hoursweek)

## Veterinary Technician Assistant: Emergency and Critical Care (36-40 hours/week)

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistants to our Critical Care Unit (CCU). This vital role will support and assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care in the hospital's busy ER service. 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 work alongside the veterinarians of tomorrow.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications). 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/ , financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification, referral bonuses, an annual shoe allowance, and a yearly provision of hospital-branded clothing.

This position can be full or part-time, between 90% (36 hours) -100% (40 hours) FTE. The anticipated schedule is flexible, made at least 2-weeks in advance. Night, weekend, holiday, and on-call hours will be required as needed by the hospital.

You will be part of the School of Veterinary Medicine, UW Veterinary Care Hospital Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Unit and will perform a range of patient care and clinic support tasks. Responsibilities include:

• Assists with routine laboratory tests and specimen collection according to established medical orders and care plans (10%)
• Inventories and organizes supplies (10%)
• Assists with and executes the preparation, completion, and documentation of basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (30%)
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (5%)
• Cleans and maintains organization of animal holding spaces, work areas and equipment (25%)
• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (15%)
• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (5%)

Required qualifications are specific and practical: at least 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals; the ability to work the required 36-40 hours per week; the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently; and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.

Preferred qualifications include 3-4 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals, knowledge of good client-relation principles, and the ability to follow written and verbal rules and instructions accurately. Education: High School Diploma Preferred.

How to apply: Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply' button and submit a current resume. Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment.

Contact information for questions about the role: Hiring Manager: Melinda Carmody, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, melinda.carmody@wisc.edu. Human Resources Support: April Schulz, HR Manager, ajschulz2@wisc.edu.

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