Equine & Small Animal Vet Tech — 24/7 Hospital Coverage

Inside Higher Ed; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Extensive medical benefits (health, dental, vision)

Shift differentials

CE opportunities

PTO and paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Licensing fees paid

Employee discount

Job summary

A veterinary medical facility in Ocala, Florida seeks an Equine and Small Animal Veterinary Technician. The role involves assisting with animal examinations and treatments, with a focus on providing high-quality care to patients. Candidates should possess horse handling skills and relevant veterinary knowledge. The position offers a competitive salary range between $18.00 and $25.00 hourly, extensive medical benefits, and full-time work with varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have horse handling skills, a good base knowledge of veterinary medicine, and a desire to learn.
• Technician I: High school diploma and two years of veterinary experience, or one year of veterinary experience with enrollment in a veterinary technician program, or graduate of a veterinary technician program.
• Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician and four years of veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with examinations, treatments, and nursing care in equine and small animal patients.
• Support 24/7 hospital coverage with varying shift lengths (8-10 hours) and potential holidays/on-call duties.
• May assist in other hospital areas based on patient care needs.

Job description

A veterinary medical facility in Ocala, Florida seeks an Equine and Small Animal Veterinary Technician. The role involves assisting with animal examinations and treatments, with a focus on providing high-quality care to patients. Candidates should possess horse handling skills and relevant veterinary knowledge. The position offers a competitive salary range between $18.00 and $25.00 hourly, extensive medical benefits, and full-time work with varied shifts.