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Job Details Level
Experienced Job Location
Ozaukee Campus - Saukville, WI Position Type
Full Time Education Level
Certificate Salary Range
$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services Description
Have you always dreamed of a career helping shelter animals? Are you looking to make a difference for animals and the community? The Wisconsin Humane Society Ozaukee Campus is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team providing care for thousands of shelter animals each year! This position offers a competitive starting hourly wage range of $20.00 - $22.00 and offers a flexible weekday schedule. As a CVT at WHS, you will work alongside a team of shelter medicine veterinarians and veterinary support staff to provide care for animals. If you are a CVT looking for the perfect opportunity to hone your skills and change lives while working with a committed, passionate, and fun team apply today - you'll be happy you did!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Providing caring, compassionate, and detail-oriented care for shelter patients Correctly and efficiently executing treatments, diagnostics, and medication under the direction of a veterinarian. Maintaining detailed and accurate medical records in our animal management software Anesthesia induction and monitoring Surgery prep and post-operative care Calculating drug dosages Performing dental prophylaxis Performing diagnostic procedures such as venipuncture, radiographs, fecal floats, and urinalysis Vaccinating and restraining animals in accordance with organizational protocols. Maintaining and cleaning surgical equipment Maintain high standards of cleanliness of all animal areas. Assisting with low-cost, high-volume public vaccination and microchip clinics Qualifications Commitment to WHS organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; positive approach; innovation; professionalism; and equity. Current state licensure as a certified/registered/licensed veterinary technician Must be able to routinely carry 25lbs and up to 50lbs This position requires standing, stooping, bending, and lifting for several hours at a time Must be committed to WHS's organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness, innovation, professionalism, equity, and positive approach Prior experience working in a shelter setting a plus Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply Benefits/Compensation Signing Bonus
WHS is currently offering a signing bonus of up to $1,500. Eligible hires can earn $750 after 90 days of employment and additional $750 after 6 months for a total of $1,500! Benefits:
Full-time Benefits Include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Group term life insurance and voluntary life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Flexible spending plans Health savings account (HSA) Aflac supplemental benefit 403(b) retirement plan with company match Paid family Leave Time off including: Vacation Paid time off (PTO) Holiday Full-time and part-time staff are eligible for the following benefits: 403(b) retirement plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 30% off adoption fees 30% off manners classes and behavior consultations 20% off youth programs Event discounts Animal Antics retail discounts Limited wellness/veterinary care services for companion animals Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please complete the Apply Now section at the top of this job page to begin your online employment application. Only applications submitted through our online application system may be considered. Please know that it is our policy to reply to each and every application received once we have a status update. Come see why over 300 staff call one of WHS's 7 locations home! You'll be happy you did! Equal Opportunity Employer
The Wisconsin Humane Society believes in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. WHS's success depends on engaging qualified people regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age , disability , genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. About Us
The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin. It was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, and Brown Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis. The organization offers adoption services, educational programming, and veterinary resources for animals from low-income households, retail stores, volunteer programs, and dog training classes. The Milwaukee shelter also houses the states busiest Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.
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