Veterinary Nurse: Emergency And Critical Care

2 months ago

Madison, United States University of Wisconsin Full time

Job Summary:
Are you looking for an exciting career in veterinary medicine? Whether you're an experienced CVT, a new CVT grad, or even if you are eligible for your certified veterinary technician (CVT) license within the next 12 months, we want you, and we train

If you love learning and would like to grow your skill set, 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 24/7 needs of the Emergency and Critical Care units (ECC) of UW Veterinary Care (UWVC). Make a real difference in patients' and their owners' lives
Responsibilities: Veterinary Technician I (AN002)
Veterinary Technician II (AN003)
Veterinary Technician III (AN004) Tasks:

  • Work closely with other hospital services to call in back-up support for emergent patient care
  • Assist with the care and regular nursing needs for patients housed in critical care unit
  • Assist with catheter placement (iv, urinary, etc.)
  • Assist with filling pharmaceutical requests after-hours for hospitalized patients
  • Assist in radiographing patients after-hours
  • Assist with sedation and anesthesia for patients in the ECC
  • Assist the Emergency and Critical Care Units (ECC) with client communications. Document client
    communications in the patient log
  • Ensure charges are entered in a timely and correct manner for hospital patients
  • Collect and submit patient lab samples
  • Follow all hospital and UW campus policies and procedures
  • Gain knowledge on unit equipment and use. Assist with unit equipment operation and regular
    maintenance. Advise supervisor of equipment issues or repair needs, as needed.
  • Participate in rotating on-call shifts as required by the hospital
  • Participate and assist in the training and mentoring of less experienced staff and students
  • Prioritize, triage and stabilization of patients
  • Bring a positive, helpful attitude to the unit and the hospital
  • Be a team player, and work together with colleagues to best meet patient needs
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
Education:
Required
H.S. Diploma

Preferred
Associate's Degree
Qualifications:
Highly qualified candidates will have the following: a minimum of 2 years' experience working as a critical care/ emergency technician; excellent technical skills, communication skills, including the ability to triage phone calls, perform patient intake, perform treatments, understanding of critical cases to assist the doctors. Ability to multitask and prioritize while assisting/teaching 4th year students. Ability to function calmly in stressful situations and to work cooperatively with other people.

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.
License/Certification:
Preferred
CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician
or eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure within 12 months
Work Schedule:
Expected schedule is 10:00am-8:00pm weekdays, 7:00am - 5:00pm every other weekend, with rotating weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
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 $22.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

This position is being posted at Vet Tech levels 1, 2 and 3. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.

Sign-on Bonus of 5% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid over the first year of employment (Minimum of $1,800+ for Veterinary Technicians)
Additional Information:
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 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.
How to Apply:
Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to upload a current copy of their resume, outlining their experience as it applies to this position.
Contact:
Sarah Harnden
smharnden@wisc.edu
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Veterinary Technician I(AN002) or Veterinary Technician II(AN003) or Veterinary Technician III(AN004)
Department(s):
A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/CCU-ANESTH-ER/CCU
Employment Class:
University Staff-Ongoing
Job Number:
296444-CP

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