Job Summary:
Are you looking for a challenging new position? Do you have experience as a Veterinary Technician? This position provides veterinary care to research animals in the UW-Madison research animal program. The research animal veterinary technician assists veterinarians in restraint, examination, and medical and surgical treatment of sick and injured animals. Veterinary technicians observe the health and welfare of research animals and document observations and treatments in appropriate records. The veterinary technician will use multiple electronic methods of communicating with laboratory and veterinary staff and documenting treatments.
They will also prepare and administer oral, topical and injectable medications (including anesthetic agents) as directed by the veterinarians. This position may assist or initiate preparation of animals for medical, surgical, diagnostic and research procedures, monitor animals during anesthesia, and provide post-operative care.
The veterinary technician performs multiple methods of euthanasia on multiple species. This position may also train lab staff in the management of chronic medical conditions of genetically modified mice, such as dermatitis and dental problems, by teaching them to do certain treatments to improve the welfare of the animals. This position is considered essential personnel and is 100% onsite.
Responsibilities: Assists veterinarians in the care of animals. Prepares and performs the most complex animal care procedures or serves as an expert in a specialized animal care area, and serves as a resource and lead to other technicians and student employees.
- 45% Assists veterinarians and researchers in animal care, diagnostic, preventative, research, anesthesia, surgery, post-operative care, euthanasia and radiology procedures under minimal supervision. May perform minor surgical procedures or other minor invasive procedures
- 10% Prepares, completes, monitors, and documents complex technical animal care procedures and work unit activities, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity
- 5% Keeps records of all controlled substances and inventory records
- 5% Maintains surgical support facilities in sanitized, well-stocked, and in orderly manner; and ensures that preventative maintenance of equipment is performed
- 5% Schedules and performs routine testing and vaccinations on United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulated animals
- 5% Assists in training new veterinary and/or animal care technicians and supervises work as appropriate
- 5% May assist in data collection or reporting for designated aspects of research, animal care programs, or colony management
- 20% Maintains records regarding animal treatments, medications, diagnostic procedures, and illness
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Education:
Preferred
Associate’s Degree
Qualifications:
Experience with research animals preferred. Certification of Wisconsin Veterinary Technician or eligibility to obtain preferred or experience equivalent.
License/Certification:
Preferred
CVT – Certified Veterinary Technician
Work Schedule:
Flexible work schedule between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm. 1-2 holidays per year and 1 weekend flexible sign up required every 2 months.
Work Type:
Full Time: 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 $22.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as 3.5 weeks vacation and paid holidays, sick pay, competitive insurance (health, dental, life) and flexible savings accounts, as well as many retirement benefits.
Additional Information:
A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United Stateson or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
The Veterinary Technician must be able to comply with entry requirements for specialized animal
facilities including, but not limited to health screening, periodic tuberculosis testing, vaccinations, and have the ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) (e.g. mask, respirator, etc.) as required by SOPs or policies.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click the “Apply Now” button. You will be asked to submit a resume and cover letter that describes your qualifications as they relate to the position.
Contact:
Tambrey Dinges
dinges@rarc.wisc.edu
608-263-9057
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Veterinary Technician III(AN004)
Department(s):
A34-VCRGE/RARC/VET CARE UNIT
Employment Class:
University Staff-Ongoing
Job Number:
288675-CP