Veterinary Technician: Radiation Oncology

Are you looking for an exciting career in veterinary medicine? Whether you're a new CVT grad or an experienced CVT, we want you!

If you love learning and teaching, 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
oncology services of UW Veterinary Care (UWVC). Make a real difference in patients' and their owners' lives!

If you're ready to help build something meaningful from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.

The anticipated schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

• Assist with study patients (sample collection/care/ultrasound prep)

• Radiation mattress setup

• Maintains organization of and updates records related to medical procedures and billing

• Monitors animal health status and records, notifies veterinarian when status changes, and ensures care plans are completed and recorded in the medical record

• Completes routine laboratory tests and collects specimen according to established medical orders and care plans

• Assists with the execution of more complex animal care procedures and affiliated activities

• Documents and disseminates results to the appropriate entities

• Administer chemotherapy

• Tracks supply inventory levels and places replenishment orders

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

• Prepares, completes, and documents basic technical animal care procedures, assessments, and medication administration according to established care plans and medical necessity

School of Veterinary Medicine

UW Veterinary Care Hospital

Radiation Oncology Team

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

Sign-on Bonus of 3% of base pay (based on FTE) to be paid over the first year of employment!

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 off https://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.

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

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently

• Physical and manual dexterity to perform specialized technical tasks

• Proven proficiency with IV catheter placements

• Proven proficiency with sedation administration and monitoring

• Proven knowledge of basic nursing skills

• Experience with client communication

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 some CVT working experience with no specialization.

• To qualify for Level 2: Generally over 2 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.

• Professional experience working in a teaching hospital

• Professional experience working in an oncology department

• Certified Veterinary Technician Required

• 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.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is September 29, 2025; however, this position will remain open and applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Hiring Manager: Nicole Tuttle, Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, nicole.tuttle@wisc.edu

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

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