Veterinary Technician: Emergency & Critical Care
Veterinary Technician: Emergency & Critical Care
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Job Category:
University StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Veterinary Technician IJob Duties:
UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated veterinary technicians to our Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) teams. Whether youre an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or a recent CVT graduate we want to hear from you and we provide comprehensive training!
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 mentor and train the veterinarians of tomorrow. If youre looking to make a meaningful impact in your career UWVC is the place for you. Enjoy flexible scheduling generous benefits and competitive pay while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine.
Explore a career with us and see how UWVC can be the perfect environment for your professional growth!
The anticipated schedule for these vacancies are varied both with days of the week and exact shifts throughout the day. Incumbent will have a potential for part-time and full-time considerations. Exact work schedule will be discussed with candidates and agreed upon during the recruitment.
This position is being posted at Veterinary Technician levels 1 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders
- Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities
- Monitors animal health status and records notifies veterinarian when status changes and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record
- Prepares completes and documents basic technical animal care procedures assessments and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity
- Assist with treatments of patients in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) including the Emergency Room (ER) and the Intermediate Care Ward (IMCW).
- Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions
- Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities
- 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
Department:
School of Veterinary Medicine
UW Veterinary Care Hospital
Emergency and Critical Care Unit
Compensation:
$22.00 hourly minimum
In addition to the base pay listed in this posting ECC positions offer a substantial $3.00/hour increase on top of your base pay. Opting for a flexible schedule further enhances your earnings with an additional $2.00/ hour. Earn an extra $3.00/hour for night shifts and $1.80/hour for weekends creating a total shift incentive potential of nearly $10.00/ hour!
Sign-on Bonus of 3-5% 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 ample paid time off and financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification.
Required Qualifications:
Certified Veterinary Technician
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. 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:
Prior experience in a veterinary clinic
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 Now button. You will be asked to submit a current resume.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is September 5 2025; however this position will remain open and applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Contact Information:
Hiring Manager:
Melinda Carmody Veterinary Nurse Supervisor
Human Resources Support:
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Hourly
