VETERINARY TECHNICIAN 1 AND 2
MADISON (AREA 8)
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT CODE: 0400719

LOCATION: Madison (Area 8)

HIRING ORGANIZATION: University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Veterinary Medicine. This register will be used to fill future vacancies on a continuous basis over the next six months.

SALARY: Start at $30,785 or $33,309 annually, depending upon experience and qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. This position is included in the Technical bargaining unit.

JOB DUTIES: Specific responsibilities vary among departments and may include the following: function as assistant to the Veterinary staff; perform rounds, perform treatments on large and small domestic and wildlife species and non-human primates; assist in operating room; prepare animal patients for anesthesia; monitor vital signs; operate a variety of sophisticated equipment; provide backup for surgical technician; provide technical support to research specialist; perform radiology techniques; provide endoscopy support; provide dental care; maintain appropriate and necessary records and maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in work areas.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge and skill to perform blood collection; endotracheal tube intubation; catheter placement, wound care; suturing of minor lacerations. Knowledge of behavior, health requirements, and standards of quality animal nursing care in one or more species. Knowledge in Laboratory Animal Medicine. Knowledge of client relations, history taking, management and maintenance of legal medical records. Knowledge of and ability to maintain and operate technical equipment. Strong skills in oral and written communications. Knowledge of inventory, recordkeeping and billing procedures. Knowledge of spreadsheets and computer applications. Ability to function calmly in stressful, life and death situations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Certification or eligibility for certification as a Veterinary Technician by the Wisconsin Veterinary Examining Board. Eligibility for certification is completion of either a four-semester program in animal technology from an accredited school (Madison Area Technical College) or having been an employe of a Wisconsin licensed veterinarian for two years.

NOTE: Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs. independently and possess the physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks.

SPECIAL NOTE: For UW-Madison Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.wisc.edu/students/faculty/safety.htm, or call the Dean of Students office at (608) 263-5700 for a paper copy.

APPLICATION INFORMATION: Contact Sandy Manke, (608) 265-9486, or 2015 Linden Drive, Madison, WI 53706 or email: mankes@svm.vetmed.wisc.edu for special application materials. The employment eligibility register established from this recruitment will be used to staff vacancies which occur at the School of Veterinary Medicine during the next six months. To maintain continued eligibility, applicants must reapply every six months or as re-announced.

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Published January 7, 2004
Updated August 4, 2008