Job description

Are you looking for a highly rewarding career with great benefits, a dynamic team, and a supportive environment? The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join team in either a part-time or full-time capacity! The part-time position will be based out of our Racine Campus working 10 hours/week. Thursday availability is required. Full-time applicants would split the reminder of their time at our Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis. As a CVT at WHS, you will make an impact by supporting animals and the people who love them. You will hone your surgical skills while working alongside veterinary professionals and a management team dedicated to supporting your growth, development, and well-being.

WHS offers a competitive starting wage of $20-22/hour, financial support for continuing education and license renewal, plus we’re currently offering a signing bonus!

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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:*

• Surgical prep of patients and post-operative care
• Anesthetize, intubate, and extubate patients
• Monitor vitals under anesthesia and trouble-shoot anesthetic equipment as needed
• Calculate drug dosages; handle and track controlled substances
• Clean and maintain equipment, surgical quarters and animal areas as needed
• Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed
• Participate in organizational vaccine clinics
• Commit to a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental approach with all clients, callers, and coworkers
• Provide excellent customer service

Qualifications & Requirements

• Veterinary Technician Certification required
• Experience in a veterinary clinic and/or animal shelter preferred
• Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs repeatedly throughout the day
• Must be committed to our organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness, innovation, professionalism, equity, and positive approach
• Ability to partner with clients, staff, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Signing Bonus
WHS is currently offering a signing bonus of up to $1,000. Eligible hires can earn $500 after 90 days of employment and additional $500 after 6 months for a total of $1,000!
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 240 staff call one of WHS’s 6 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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

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