Veterinary Technician Assistant: Ophthalmology & Multi-Specialty Support

The Ophthalmology Service at UW Veterinary Care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant for a long-term role within our fast-paced specialty team. We are an inviting, high-energy group that thrives on diverse cases and collaborative success.

In this role, you will become an essential asset to the entire hospital, serving as a cornerstone of the Ophthalmology service while gaining broader expertise through rotations in other small animal specialties. This position is designed for someone looking to fully integrate into the hospital's mission and build a high-level clinical career. If you are ready to grow alongside a team that is as excited about your development as we are about our patients, we want to hear from you.

This position is expected to be full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours a week).

The anticipated schedule for this vacancy is Monday through Friday, with shifts varying between 8:00am and 6:00pm based on clinical needs.

Tasks:

• Facilitate seamless clinical workflows by preparing patients, equipment, procedure rooms and surgical suites for specialized examinations and operative procedures.

• Coordinate end-to-end surgical workflows by pulling instrument pick lists, maintaining sterile fields, and providing intra-operative support to DVMs and nursing staff; including the use of specialized equipment while managing efficient room turnovers and sanitation between procedures.

• Develop proficiency in operating and troubleshooting specialized clinical equipment, progressively building the technical expertise and confidence required to support a high-tech specialty environment

• Align daily clinical activities by fostering a high-quality learning environment for fourth-year students and supporting service staff and doctors to enhance operational efficiency, improve patient access, and deliver the compassionate, cutting-edge care

• Accurately upload and manage digital files from diagnostic instruments, ensuring all data is organized and saved within the team's secure, designated storage space for clinical review.

• Act as a coordinator for outpatient services to ensure appointments remain on schedule, appointments are kept on time, clients are kept in communication regarding their pets care, areas are kept cleaned between patient visits

• Maintain peak operational efficiency by proactively assisting with managing service-level and operating room inventory, ensuring all exam rooms and surgical suites are fully stocked and supply chains remain organized for daily clinical use

• Execute and assist with essential diagnostic procedures such as fluorescein staining, tonometry, and Schirmer tear tests; ensuring technical precision and patient comfort in small animal specialty services.

• Maintain a primary focus within the Ophthalmology service while rotating through additional small animal specialty services to broaden clinical expertise, enhance operational flexibility, and support diverse patient needs across the hospital.

• Assists with routine laboratory tests and specimen collection according to established medical orders and care plans (5%)

• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (10%)

• Inventories and organizes supplies

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

• Cleans and maintains organization of animal holding spaces, work areas and equipment

• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (5%)

• Rotate to other small animal specialty services (15%)

• Assists with and executes the preparation, completion, and documentation of basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity (20%)

School of Veterinary Medicine
UW Veterinary Care Hospital

Ophthalmology & Multi-Specialty Support

The starting hourly rate for the position is $19.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications).

UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable), outstanding employee benefits https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/new-employee-benefits-enrollment/benefits-for-employees-covered-by-the-wrs/ ample paid time offhttps://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

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently

• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks

• Previous Veterinary Hospital or hands on animal experience preferred

• High School Diploma Required

• Associates Degree Preferred

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.

Hiring Manager: Tammi Walsh, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, twalsh7@wisc.edu

Human Resources Support: April Schulz, HR Manager, ajschulz2@wisc.edu

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