Find & Apply For Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Waukesha, Wisconsin

Looking for a veterinary technician position where work-life balance actually means something? Waukesha Animal Hospital is a locally owned, independent small-animal practice looking for a compassionate and experienced Certified Veterinary Technician or experienced assistant to join our team. We believe you can provide exceptional patient care without sacrificing your life outside of work . Our schedule and appointment structure are intentionally designed to give our team the time and support they need to do their jobs well - while protecting their personal time. What makes working here different? Your work-life balance is a priority. 4-day workweek Rotating Saturday schedule - typically one Saturday every 2-3 weeks No after-hours appointments No walk-in appointments No double-booked appointment times Typical 40 minute doctor appointment slots Protected lunch breaks with no appointments admitted over lunch Dedicated time each day for client communication and preparation Last 30 minutes of each day reserved for records and catch-up Family-friendly workplace Flexibility and a management team that respects your time outside of work What we offer In addition to a competitive hourly wage, our full-time benefits include: Health, dental and vision insurance 401(k) with employer matching Paid vacation and personal time Paid parental leave Continuing education opportunities Professional development assistance CVT license fee paid Uniform allowance/provided uniforms Employee discounts About the position We are looking for a current Certified Veterinary Technician or Assistant with at least 3 years of clinical experience who enjoys being an important part of the medical team and takes pride in providing excellent patient and client care. Our CVTs are encouraged to use their skills and training.

Responsibilities include:

Surgical preparation and assisting Anesthesia induction, monitoring and troubleshooting Dental radiography Dental charting and prophylaxis Venipuncture and IV catheter placement Medication and drug calculations Cystocentesis Vaccine and medication administration Ear and skin cytology Urinalysis and microscopic sediment evaluation Assisting veterinarians with examinations and procedures Technician appointments, including vaccinations, nail trims, anal gland expression and injectable medications Care and monitoring of hospitalized patients Operation of standard veterinary equipment, including IV pumps, multiparameter monitors, dental equipment and Doppler blood pressure monitors Come work somewhere your time is respected. If you're looking for a practice where you can use your technical skills, provide high-quality medicine, be part of a supportive team, and still have a life outside of work , we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and come see what working in an independently owned, team-focused veterinary practice can feel like.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid parental leave Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person