Veterinary Technician: Float Team
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: University Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Veterinary Technician I Job Summary: Are you looking for an exciting career in veterinary medicine? Whether you're an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or a new CVT grad, we want you, and we train! 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 performs technical responsibilities in support of the float team at the UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) Hospital. Make a real difference in patients' and their owners' lives! There are two vacancies on this recruitment. The schedule for each vacancy is listed below: Vacancy 1: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. On-call and holiday hours required based on hospital needs. Vacancy 2: Flexible, decided at least two-weeks in advance. On-call and holiday hours required based on hospital needs. Key Job Responsibilities: Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (20%) Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record (10%) Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders (10%) Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (20%) Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities (10%) Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans (10%) Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (10%) Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (10%) Department: School of Veterinary Medicine UW Veterinary Care Hospital Float Team Compensation: The starting hourly rate for this position is $21.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications). This position is eligible for a hiring bonus of 3% of base pay (prorated to FTE) which will be paid over the first year of employment! UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable), outstanding employee benefits https://h r.wisc.edu/benefits/new-employee-benefits-enrollment/benefits-for-employees-covered-by-the-wrs/ ample paid time off https://hr.wisc.edu/be nefits/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 is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience. Required Qualifications: Ability to life a minimum of 50 pounds independently Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks This position is posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level is determined by qualifications based on type of prior veterinary tech experience: To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad with minimal 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 Qualifications: Experience in a veterinary clinic Experience in surgery Education: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Required High School Diploma Required Associates Degree Preferred How to Apply: Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply' button. You will be asked to submit a current resume. 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. The deadline for assuring full consideration is March 24, 2026; however, this position will remain open and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Contact Information: Hiring Manager: Jill Medenwaldt, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, [email protected] Human Resources Support: April Schulz, HR Manager, [email protected] 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 un