Large Animal Veterinary Treatment Technician I and II (CARE)

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vet Tech tuition assistance

Retention bonus eligibility

Job summary

University of Florida seeks a Large Animal Veterinary Treatment Technician I or II to support teaching and patient care in our veterinary teaching hospital. You will play a key role in instructing students in technical skills and performing medical treatments under veterinarians' supervision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and either two years of horse-handling experience or one year in a veterinary teaching hospital, plus certification/licensure as a Veterinary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification or licensure as a Veterinary Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct veterinary students in technical skills and procedures.
• Perform medical treatments as directed by veterinarians.
• Support nursing staff and patient care in a teaching hospital.
• Occasional schedule flexibility including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification or licensure as a Veterinary Technician

Job description

Classification Title

Large Animal Veterinary Treatment Technician I and II

Classification Minimum Requirements

• Technician I - High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses or one year of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses in a veterinary academic teaching hospital.
• Technician II - High school diploma or equivalent; four years of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses or two years of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses in a veterinary academic teaching hospital; and certification or licensure as a Veterinary Technician.

Job Description

At the University of Florida, we place a high value on the role our nurses play in helping clinicians train the next generation of veterinary students. As a member of our nursing staff, you will play an instrumental role in instructing veterinary students in technical skills and performing medical treatments and procedures as directed by our veterinarians. In addition to providing exceptional facilities for providing patient care. As an academic teaching hospital, we are fortunate to have access to the latest innovations in veterinary healthcare.

Individuals should genuinely care about people and animals, be outgoing, enthusiastic and a team player.

This is a CARE full-time benefited position that includes PTO and retirement, retention bonus eligibility and opportunity for Vet Tech School tuition assistance and paid CE. We also offer excellent health insurance with HMO and PPO options. Additionally, there are generous shift differentials in addition to base rate of pay.

Typically schedules consist of working five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per work week.

We are currently hiring for individuals to work Evening Shift. Assigned days may vary Sunday through Saturday, weekends and holidays included.

However, reassignment to a different primary shift (Day shift, Evening Shift or Night Shift), rotating shifts, split shifts, extended shifts and paid “on-call duty” may be required and assigned depending on hospital needs.

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

Expected Salary

$18-25/hr based on experience, certification & shift

Required Qualifications

• Technician I - High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses or one year of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses in a veterinary academic teaching hospital.
• Technician II - High school diploma or equivalent; four years of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses or two years of experience loading, unloading, restraining, handling and treating horses in a veterinary academic teaching hospital; and certification or licensure as a Veterinary Technician.

Preferred

• Previous experience as a veterinary technician in a large animal practice.
• Certification or licensure as a veterinary technician is preferred, but not required.

Additional Information

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.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

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