Veterinary Technician Assistant: Emergency and Critical Care

Job Summary

UW Veterinary Care (UWVC) is excited to welcome dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistants to our Critical Care Unit (CCU). This vital role will support and assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care in the hospital's busy ER service.

As the only veterinary teaching hospital in the state, UWVC offers a unique opportunity to blend your passion for animal care with the chance to work alongside the veterinarians of tomorrow. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in your career, UWVC is the place for you.

Enjoy flexible scheduling, generous benefits, and competitive pay while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine. Explore a career with us and see how UWVC can be the perfect environment for your professional growth!

This position can be full or part-time, between 90% (36 hours) - 100% (40 hours) FTE.

The anticipated schedule is flexible, made at least 2‑weeks in advance. Night, weekend, holiday, and on‑call hours will be required as needed by the hospital.

• Assists with routine laboratory tests and specimen collection according to established medical orders and care plans (10%)
• Inventories and organizes supplies (10%)
• 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 (30%)
• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities (5%)
• Cleans and maintains organization of animal holding spaces, work areas and equipment (25%)
• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing (15%)
• Serves as a point of contact for animal owners and stakeholders providing information and answering questions (5%)

School of Veterinary Medicine

UW Veterinary Care Hospital

Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Unit

The starting hourly rate for this position is $20.00 (but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications).

UW Veterinary Care offers competitive wages (including night and weekend differential, if applicable), outstanding employee benefits (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ample paid time off  financial support for continuing education and pursuing specialty certification, referral bonuses, an annual shoe allowance, and a yearly provision of hospital‑branded clothing.

• At least 2 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals
• Ability to work the required 36-40 hours per week
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently
• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks

• 3-4 years of professional experience in a veterinary clinic setting handling animals
• Knowledge of good client‑relation principles
• Ability to follow written and verbal rules and instructions accurately

High School Diploma Preferred

Begin the online application process by clicking the 'Apply' button. You will be asked to submit a current resume.

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:
Melinda Carmody, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, melinda.carmody
Human Resources Support:
April Schulz, HR Manager, ajschulz2

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