Description

$2,750 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance Available
Madison Veterinary Specialists | Madison, WI

Madison Veterinary Specialists (MVS) is a 24/7 AAHA-accredited emergency and specialty hospital and a VECCS Level II Certified Veterinary Trauma Center. We are seeking an advanced-level Certified Veterinary Technician to join our highly specialized Nephrology & Dialysis service, working directly with our board-certified Criticalist and Nephrologist.

This is not an entry-level role. This position is designed for a technician who thrives in high-acuity medicine, values precision, and wants to practice at the top of their license.

 
Our Nephrology & Dialysis service manages:

• Hemodialysis cases
• Acute kidney injury
• Complex renal failure
• Electrolyte derangements
• Advanced fluid therapy management
• Critically ill, high-acuity patients
• You will function as a true specialty nurse — anticipating complications, verifying calculations, and actively contributing to case management.

 
Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing support for nephrology and dialysis patients
• Assist with and monitor hemodialysis treatments
• Place and manage NG tubes, central lines, and PICC lines
• Perform advanced vascular access procedures
• Independently monitor critically ill patients and respond to clinical changes
• Prepare and maintain dialysis equipment and supplies
• Collaborate closely with our boarded Criticalist/Nephrologist
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding procedures and patient care

What We Offer

• $2,750 Sign-On Bonus
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous CE allowance and professional growth support
• Opportunity to work directly with a boarded Criticalist/Nephrologist
• Access to advanced specialty equipment
• Collaborative, high-level specialty environment

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Active CVT licensure
• Strong ECC or specialty background preferred
• Experience with central lines and/or PICC lines preferred
• Confidence managing high-acuity patients
• Advanced medical math and pharmacology competency, including independent CRI calculations, weight-based dosing, drug dilutions, electrolyte supplementation, fluid therapy adjustments, and multi-step medication preparations
• Ability to recognize subtle clinical changes and escalate appropriately
• Strong critical thinking skills and composure under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Participation in an on-call rotation is required