Entry Level Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Wisconsin

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Job Category:
University Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Veterinary Technician I
Job Summary:
Are you looking for an exciting career in veterinary medicine? The Small Animal Internal Medicine Service at UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is growing, and we're looking for passionate Veterinary Technicians to join our team!
Whether you're a new Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) graduate or an experienced technician, we'd love to meet you. At UWVC, you'll work in a nationally recognized veterinary teaching hospital where learning never stops. If you enjoy expanding your knowledge, mentoring others, and providing exceptional patient care, this is the perfect opportunity.
What You'll Do

• Provide skilled technical support for the Small Animal Internal Medicine Service.
• Occasionally assist in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) and Intermediate Care Ward (ICW).
• Work alongside board-certified specialists, residents, interns, and veterinary students.
• Build your clinical expertise while caring for a wide variety of complex and rewarding cases.

No two days are the same! You'll have the opportunity to strengthen your nursing skills, collaborate with multiple specialty services, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their owners every day.
Come grow your career while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine at UW Veterinary Care!
This is a 100% FTE (40 hours a week) position.
The anticipated schedule for this vacancy is Monday through Friday from 8:30am - 5:00pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
Key Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (15%)

• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (10%)

• Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities (15%)

• Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record (10%)

• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders (10%)

• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (20%)

• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (10%)

• Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans (10%)

Department:
School of Veterinary Medicine
UW Veterinary Care Hospital
Small Animal Internal Medicine Team
Compensation:
The starting hourly rate for the position is $20.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications).
UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages, 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/, financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification, referral bonuses, an annual shoe allowance, and a yearly provision of hospital-branded clothing.
This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience working in a teaching hospital

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. Applicants are asked to upload a current copy of their resume, outlining their experience as it applies to this position.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is September 11, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled.
Contact Information:
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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