Hospital Assistant (CARE)

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Florida Small Animal Hospital is seeking a Hospital Veterinary Assistant to support patient care and administrative duties under supervision. This role works with veterinarians and technicians to ensure smooth operations and quality client service.

Responsibilities include maintaining hospital cleanliness, stocking supplies, assisting client service representatives, and ensuring a friendly, professional atmosphere for patients and their families at Main Campus (Gainesville,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop friendly, professional relationships with clients and staff.
• Strong public relations and customer-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians in patient care and admin tasks in the Small Animal Hospital.
• Maintain overall cleanliness of the hospital and assist with client service operations.
• Stock supplies, retrieve food orders, and manage laundry and related duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Team player

Public relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job no: 541440
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
Department: 28311000 - VM-HOSPITAL

Classification Title:

Veterinary Assistant

High school diploma or equivalent.

Job Description:

The AAHA accredited University of Florida Small Animal Hospital is recruiting for a Hospital Veterinary Assistant. The veterinary assistant works with veterinarians and technicians to provide support for patient care and administrative duties in the Small Animal Hospital. This position works under immediate supervision from a manager as well as supportive oversight from veterinarians and technicians. Provides basic patient care and administrative support as directed.

This individual will work one-on-one with clients, patients, and hospital staff and must be able to develop friendly, professional relationships and maintain a positive attitude through all interactions. This position is responsible for the overall cleanliness of the hospital, providing support to client service representatives in both cleaning needs as well as retrieving food orders; stocking supplies and food; and maintaining laundry services throughout the Small Animal Hospital. Individuals should genuinely care about people and animals, possess excellent communication skills, strong public relations skills, initiative to problem solve, utilize active listening skills and confidence in handling customer interactions, project a professional image, and good interpersonal skills. Must be outgoing, full of enthusiasm, and a team player.

This is a full-time, 40/hr per week position. The schedule is 5 days a week, including working at least one weekend day and may require holidays to be worked as well.

$15.00 /hr

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

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: 22 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.