Veterinary Technician: Small Animal Operating Room (SAOR)

Veterinary Technician I

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! The anticipated schedule for this vacancy is flexible, decided at least two-weeks in advance. On-call and holiday hours required based on hospital needs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (10%)
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (10%)
• Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans (10%)
• Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities (10%)
• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (20%)
• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders (10%)
• Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record (10%)
• Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (20%)

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, ample paid time off, financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification, referral bonuses, an annual shoe allowance, and a yearly provision of hospital-branded clothing.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 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 and pay are commensurate with experience.

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. The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 18, 2026; however, this position will remain open and applications will be considered until the position is filled.

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