Equine and Small Animal Veterinary Technician (CARE)

University Of Florida; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Veterinary Technician at a renowned equine facility, where you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care for both equine and small animals. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on hands-on veterinary medicine, allowing you to enhance your skills in a supportive setting. You will assist with examinations, treatments, and nursing care, ensuring the well-being of animals in need. With a competitive salary and extensive benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in veterinary medicine while making a significant impact on animal care.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Extensive Medical Benefits

Shift Differentials

CE Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Licensing Fees Paid

Employee Discount

Qualifications

• High school diploma with veterinary experience or enrolled in a veterinary program.
• Credentialed veterinary technician with four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with equine and small animal examinations and treatments.
• Provide hospitalization nursing care and support during emergencies.

Skills

Horse handling skills

Veterinary medicine knowledge

Ability to learn new skills

Education

High school diploma

Veterinary technician program

Credentialed veterinary technician

Job description

Equine and Small Animal Veterinary Technician (CARE)

Job no: 535067
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Marion
Categories: Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
Department: 28360000 - VM-WORLD EQUESTRIAN CENTER

Classification Title: Veterinary Technician I/II (CARE)

Job Description: The University of Florida Veterinary Hospitals is a 40,000 sq foot hospital at the World Equestrian Center (WEC), a high profile 300-acre equine facility in Ocala, 30 minutes south of Gainesville. UF Veterinary Hospitals at WEC provides Small Animal primary care and urgent care services and Equine sports medicine, rehabilitation, and diagnostic imaging services.

A Veterinary Technician at the UFVH at WEC assists clinicians with equine and small animal examinations, treatments, and hospitalization nursing care. An individual in this position must possess horse handling skills, a good base knowledge of veterinary medicine, and enjoy learning new things.

Benefits:
Competitive Salary
Extensive Medical Benefits (including health, dental and vision)
Shift Differentials
CE Opportunities
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Relocation Assistance
Licensing Fees Paid
Employee Discount

Minimum Qualifications:
Veterinary Technician I: High school diploma and two years of veterinary experience or one year of veterinary experience and currently enrolled in a veterinary technician program or graduate of a veterinary technician program.
Veterinary Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician and four years of veterinary experience.

The hospital requires coverage 24 hours/7 days a week. This position has a schedule of varying 8-10 hour shifts. This schedule may change to accommodate staffing and caseload needs. This position is required to cover assigned holidays throughout the year and may be required to participate in on-call duty. Schedule may change due to covering other shifts and it may be required to assist in other areas of the hospital depending on patient care needs.

Individual is considered essential personnel which may include reporting to work during Main Campus closures.

Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 hourly

Preferred Qualifications:
Horse handling skills and experience
Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a CARE position offering limited benefits, including health insurance and paid time off. When appropriate certifications are achieved, promotional opportunities to a level II title may be available. This position will also become eligible for transition into a TEAMS (staff) salary plan.

Health Assessment Required: Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.

Advertised: 03 Mar 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 12 Mar 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.