Veterinary Nurse: Operating Rooms Specialist

4 weeks ago


Madison, Wisconsin, United States University of Wisconsin Full time
Job Summary:
As a skilled Veterinary Nurse in our Operating Rooms, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to our animal patients. With a focus on surgical care, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who share your passion for providing top-notch care.

At the University of Wisconsin, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all our employees. As a member of our team, you will have access to competitive wages, outstanding employee benefits, and opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee and assure high-quality nursing care is administered and maintained in the primary care of animal patients.
• Independently oversee and/or direct professional veterinary students and new technical staff in patient care and area responsibilities.
• Monitor veterinary student participation in daily operating schedules, initiate changes, and lend assistance when needed.
• Contribute to the instructional needs of the teaching hospital.
• Assist supervisor in problem-solving activities and administrative tasks.
• Participate in special projects, area problem-solving activities, and administrative tasks.
• Responsible for equipment maintenance, repair, and ordering and review of facility maintenance needs in area.
• Participate and understand the importance of working as a team member within the hospital structure (i.e., communication with supervisors and faculty for enhancing productivity and quality patient care).
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate proposed ideas and solutions.
• Participate in other technical and support duties as assigned.
• Work flexible, on-call hours, and variable shifts as required by the hospital.

Qualifications:
Requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently and physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.

Education:
Required
H.S. Diploma

License/Certification:
Preferred
CVT - Certified Veterinary Technician
or eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure within 12 months

Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday from 10:15am - 7:00pm with a 45 min unpaid lunch

Variable night, holiday, weekend, and on-call shifts as required by the hospital.

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

$18.36 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
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:
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 University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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