Veterinary Technician: Surgical Oncology

We are excited to offer a unique opportunity to join UW Veterinary Care in a brand-new role within our developing Surgical Oncology service. We're seeking a self-motivated, highly skilled veterinary nurse who thrives in an independent setting, communicates effectively, and can manage multiple priorities with ease.

This role is ideal for someone eager to contribute to the success of a growing specialty service. You will collaborate closely with our Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology teams, offering excellent exposure and support should you choose to pursue your Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification in the future.

If you're ready to help build something meaningful from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.

The anticipated schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders

• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions

• Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities

• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities

• Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record

• Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans

• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing

• Surgical preparation and postoperative care

• Assisting medical and / or radiation oncology as needed

• Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity

• Recheck nurse appointments and owner follow-up for surgical patients

School of Veterinary Medicine

UW Veterinary Care Hospital

Surgical Oncology Team

$19.00 per hour minimum

Sign-on Bonus of 3% of base pay (based on FTE) to 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://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/ , and financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification.

This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently

• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks

• Proven proficiency with IV catheter placements

• Proven proficiency with sedation administration and monitoring

• Proven knowledge of basic nursing skills

• Experience with client communication

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 or some CVT working experience with no specialization.

• 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.

• Professional experience working in a teaching hospital

• Professional experience working in a surgery or oncology department

• Certified Veterinary Technician Required

• High School Diploma Required

• Associates Degree Preferred

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to upload a current copy of their resume, outlining their experience as it applies to this position.

Hiring Manager:

Nicole Tuttle, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, nicole.tuttle@wisc.edu

Human Resources Support:

April Schulz, HR Manager, ajschulz2@wisc.edu

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