VETERINARY TECHNICIAN: LARGE ANIMAL HOSPITAL

FilterVETERINARY TECHNICIAN: LARGE ANIMAL HOSPITALApply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/767/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=512110&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 251497-US Work type: Onsite, Staff Full or Part Time, Staff-Full Time, Staff-Part Time Department: VET M/LRG AN SVS/LA-TECHSLocation: Madison Categories: Clinical Animal Care Job Summary:Join the exciting and challenging world of large animal veterinary medicine! This position performs technical responsibilities in support of the 24/7 needs of the Morrie Waud Large Animal Hospital at UW Veterinary Care (UWVC). The position requires the individual to make independent and responsible decisions which may affect the outcome/quality of animal life. Make a real difference in patients' and their owners' lives! Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs. independently and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:1) Oversees/guides workflow in area focusing on special patient needs.2) Anticipates needs of clinicians in procedures and patient care.3) Participates in case overviews to better access and direct technical patient support.4) Develops knowledge and responsibility in area of specialization to include maintenance of special equipment, instructing others in use and care, assisting clinician/students in procedures.5) Contributes to team management care utilized in large animal hospital.About the Job:Veterinary Technician I (AN002) (https://www.hr.wisc.edu/pvl/?pvl=251497-372376) Veterinary Technician II (AN003)Veterinary Technician III (AN004) (https://www.hr.wisc.edu/pvl/?pvl=251497-372382) 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 university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit:Diversity and Inclusion (http://diversity.wisc.edu/) Education:RequiredH.S. DiplomaPreferredAssociate's DegreeQualifications:To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad or awaiting to sit for the CVT exam, or some CVT working experience with no specialization.To qualify for Level 2: Generally over 3 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.License/Certification:PreferredCVT - Certified Veterinary Technicianor eligible to obtain within 12 monthsCOVID-19 Considerations:UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy:https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086. Please visithttps://covidresponse.wisc.edufor the most up-to-date information.Additional Information:Will include holiday, weekend, and on-call shifts as required by the unit and hospital.$1.80/hour night and $1.80/hour weekend differential applicable on top of the base pay.Sign-on Bonus of 3-5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid quarterly over the first year of employment (Minimum of $1,800+ for Veterinary Technicians).Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently and 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 or awaiting to sit for the CVT exam, 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.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.The UW-Madison campus and the surrounding area have many enriching opportunities. Madison was named the most bike friendly city; the Dane County Farmer's Market is one of the largest in the nation; Madison has the most restaurants per capita of any U.S. city; Madison consistently ranks as a top community in which to live, work, and play; and the University is nationally recognized for academics and athletics. Please see the following link for more information: https://www.visitmadison.com/Department(s):A878320-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/LRG AN SVS/LA-TECHSWork Type:Full or Part Time: 90% - 100%This position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.Work Schedule:WEEK ONE:Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 9AM-9PMWEEK TWO:Wednesday and Thursday, 9AM-9PMWill include holiday, weekend, and on-call shifts as required by the unit and hospital.$1.80/hour night and $1.80/hour weekend differential applicable on top of the base pay.Sign-on Bonus of 3-5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid quarterly over the first year of employment (Minimum of $1,800+ for Veterinary Technicians).Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/RenewableSalary:Minimum$18.00Maximum$28.00 HOURLYDepending on QualificationsHow to Apply:Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to upload a cover letter outlining your experience as related to the position, current resume, as well as a list of professional references. This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.Contact:Toni Schrivertoni.schriver@wisc.edu608-263-9938Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (SeeRELAYSERVICE (http://www.wisconsinrelay.com/) for further information. )Official Title:Veterinary Technician I(AN002) or Veterinary Technician II(AN003) or Veterinary Technician III(AN004)Employment Class:University Staff-OngoingJob Number:251497-USThe University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).TheAnnual Security and Fire Safety Report (https://jobs.wisc.edu/asr) contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact theUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department (uwpolice@mhub.uwpd.wisc.edu) .Applications Open: Jan 19 2022 Central Standard TimeApplications Close: Feb 2 2022 11:55 PM Central Standard Time