If you love animals and are looking for hospital and clinic experience with flexibility, you're in the right place. At UW Veterinary Care, our teaching hospital and world-renowned patient care center are fueled by passionate people who strive to do their best work every day while also maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This position assists veterinary medical personnel in anesthetic procedures in support of the daily operational needs of UWVC's oncology service. The position also provides back-up support to the small animal anesthesia service. We're proud to offer staff of all different levels of experience an enriching environment with ample training opportunities. We provide on-site training to help you gain the skills you need to be successful! Independent decision making, taking initiative, effective communication, and reliability are all desired skills for this role. Make a true difference in the lives of our patients!

• Accurately calculates drug dosages, drug dilutions, CRI's and intravenous fluid rates.
• Assists or initiates preparation/workup of patient undergoing anesthesia by assessing patient and chart for clinical history. Completing a written anesthetic plan and reviewing with supervising clinician.
• Completes charge sheets and enters all charges into patient's account
• Ensures all controlled substances are properly logged onto patient's record. Wastes all controlled substances no longer needed by patient to meet pharmacy guidelines
• Instructs fourth year veterinary students, assists students with catheters, intubation and patient care pre-op, post-op
• Knows the location of the CPR crash cart and is trained in CPR techniques and drugs
• Maintains accurate and complete anesthesia medical record.
• Maintains, cleans and troubleshoots all equipment. Notifies clinicians/supervisor of equipment failure or needed repairs.
• Operates and interprets all physiologic patient monitors including EKG, direct and indirect blood pressure, pulse oximeter, capnograph, gas analyzer, temperature and blood gas analyzer
• Participate in rotating on-call shifts as needed
• Performs needed blood test for PCV/TP, AZO, blood glucose and blood gases
• Performs patient pain assessment with the aid of approved clinical pain scoring chart.
• Places venous and Arterial catheters, performs intubations, local blocks, epidurals and special procedures
• Restrains and anesthetizes various species: dogs, cats, and exotics
• Stocks and maintains adequate supplies of consumables in induction and storage areas of anesthesia section.

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Required
H.S. Diploma


Preferred
Associate's Degree

This position is posted at Vet Tech levels 2 and 3. Level is determined by qualifications based on type of prior veterinary tech 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.

Preferred
CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician
Or eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure within 12 months

Hours generally Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM, with 30 minute lunch. Hours may vary based on operational need.

Potential for on-call, night, weekend, and holiday hours as required by the service.

Full Time: 100%

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

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $19.00 Maximum $29.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
Sign on bonus of 5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid quarterly over the first year of employment

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

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 (), ample paid time off (), and financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification.

The UW-Madison campus and the surrounding area have many enriching opportunities. Madison was named the most bike friendly city; the Dane County Farmer's Market is one of the largest in the nation; Madison has the most restaurants per capita of any U.S. city; Madison consistently ranks as a top community in which to live, work, and play; and the University is nationally recognized for academics and athletics. Please see the following link for more information:

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply Now' button and submit a resume outlining your skills as they relate to this position.

This position is being posted at multiple levels. Level and pay commensurate with experience.

Karen Majerus

608-263-9930
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See for further information.

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

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

University Staff-Ongoing

284022-CP