Veterinary Technician

Job Summary:

The Veterinary Technician provides technical support in the operational needs to Veterinary Services, a unit of the Animal Services Division in the UW-Madison National Primate Research Center. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: perform minor non-invasive surgical techniques (soft tissue biopsies, multiple layer or complex suturing) and assisting the surgeon in major clinical surgeries and intermediate dentistry procedures such as disarming or minor extractions. Provide back up for other veterinarian technicians in times of high case flow or absence. Providing training, assistance and instruction to new members of the veterinary staff, researchers and members of the research community who are requesting orientation to primate use and handling.

Responsibilities:

Veterinary Technician II (AN003)
Veterinary Technician I (AN002)

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Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Highly qualified candidates will have the following: a minimum of 1 year experience working as a technician in a veterinary office or research institution; independent, decisive, and accomplished with frequent demonstration of the fundamental knowledge of veterinary medicine, aseptic technique, wound management/healing, anesthesia, information management including spreadsheets, animal health records maintenance and excellent time management skills.

This position is posted at Vet Tech levels 1 and 2. Level is determined by qualifications based on type of prior veterinary tech experience.

To qualify for Level 1: Entry level, new CVT grad, or up to one year of relevant work experience.

To qualify for Level 2: Generally over 2 years of veterinary tech experience, may substitute years of experience for specialization.

Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of standards for quality animal care and proper procedures associated with handling animals, preferably nonhuman primates.
2. Knowledge of and ability to maintain and operate equipment utilized in unit (e.g., anesthesia machines, monitoring devices, ultrasonic cleaner, autoclave, gas sterilization chambers, etc.).
3. Knowledge and ability to perform clinical triage & initial emergency intervention.
4. Knowledge, skill and ability to perform or assist with dental care; wound care and primary closure of minor lacerations.
5. Basic knowledge of anesthesia techniques and principles.
6. Knowledge of aseptic techniques and principles.
7. Knowledge of behavior and health requirements in one or more species and willingness to learn abnormal animal behavior.
8. Knowledge of common computer programs and electronic medical records systems.
9. Strong oral and written communications skills required.
10. Strong interpersonal skills. This position requires a pleasant, conscientious, team player attitude.
11. Crisis Decision skill ability: It is critical that the successful applicant knows his/her own limitations and what he/she can or cannot do. This includes not only knowing the limitations of their skills but also what decisions or actions may only be done under the direction of a veterinarian (euthanasia, change of treatment, addition of treatments).

License/Certification:

Preferred
CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician
Preferred, but not required

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00 - 4:30. The possibility exists that schedule may transition to Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday.

Night and weekend work hours required as dictated by operational and scheduling needs, therefore applicants must be willing to work overtime, including occasional evening and weekend hours.

The Primate Center has oversight of animals at 4 different locations, including facilities on campus, at WIMR(near UW Hospital), and in Blue Mounds, WI. Veterinary Technicians may be assigned to work at any of these locations at any time during employment at the WNPRC.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $19.35 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

Additional Requirements
- Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently, and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.
- Position requires the ability to stand for up to 75 percent of the time.
- Physical ability to lift, sit, stand, bend, reach, squat, twist and push to safely handle and care for the nonhuman primates.
- Must be TB negative.
- Must be comfortable working around or directly with infectious diseases
- Applicant will be required to provide proof of immunization for measles or have a measles titer within the first week of employment. Depending on the results of the blood test, applicant may need to be immunized.
- Allergies to animals must be controlled by medication.
- Must possess a valid driver's license that meets standards of UW Risk Management in order to operate WNPRC vehicles.
- Criminal background check is required.

The Primate Center has oversight of animals at 4 different locations, including facilities on campus, at WIMR(near UW Hospital), and in Blue Mounds, WI. Veterinary Technicians may be assigned to work at any of these locations at any time during employment at the WNPRC.

Based in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Education (OVCRGE) of the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison), the WNPRC is committed to diversity both as an end in itself, but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities through research. To support this commitment, we encourage applications from candidates who hold these same values of diversity and inclusion.

How to Apply:

We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. Please submit a cover letter referring to your related work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background. Please keep in mind, applicants need to articulate all required qualifications in their cover letter and/or resume. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to preliminary interviews.

Applicants will also be asked to provide 3 professional references, including phone and email addresses. We will not contact your current supervisor without advance notice.

Contact:

Rachael Buss
rbuss@primate.wisc.edu
608-890-3585
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Veterinary Technician I(AN002) or Veterinary Technician II(AN003)

Department(s):

A34-VCRGE/PRIMATE/PRIMATE

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

287301-CP

 

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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