VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Rood & Riddle; Wellington (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) after 1 year

401(k) Matching after 1 year

Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday time

Job summary

A leading equine healthcare facility in Wellington, Florida is seeking an Equine Hospital Technician. This role involves providing hands-on care for equine patients in a fast-paced and high-quality medical environment. Responsibilities include performing exams, administering medications, and supporting veterinarians during treatments. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3 years of experience with horses. The position offers flexible scheduling and a competitive hourly wage of $18–$20, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working with horses, preferably in a veterinary setting.
• General equine knowledge including anatomy and basic medications.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care for hospitalized equine patients.
• Perform physical exams and administer medications.
• Support veterinarians during diagnostics and treatments.

Skills

Horse-handling skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Wellington, FL is currently accepting applications for an Equine Hospital Technician. This position is hospital-based and offers the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of experienced veterinary professionals in a fast-paced, high-quality equine medical environment.

As a member of our hospital team, you will play an integral role in providing hands-on patient care for hospitalized and emergency equine patients. This role requires strong horse-handling skills, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently while supporting veterinarians during diagnostics and treatments.

The technician team’s primary focus is ensuring Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital patients receive exceptional care through medical treatments, diagnostics, monitoring and daily husbandry.

Primary Duties

• Patient care including but not limited to performing physical exams, completing treatments, preparing and administering medications through all routes (IV, IM, SQ, PO, PR)
• Admitting emergency cases
• Completing in-house laboratory tests
• Maintaining accurate medical records and nursing notes
• Daily barn chores and facility upkeep
• Doctor support during patient workups, diagnostics and treatments
• Restocking treatment areas and completing inventory counts as needed
• Adhering to hospital protocols and procedures

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years working with horses (show, race, grooming, managing or veterinary experience preferred)
• General equine knowledge including anatomy and basic medications
• Comfortable handling and restraining horses safely
• Ability to jog or walk patients as needed
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to navigate veterinary medical record systems
• Ability to recognize emergency situations
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to consistently lift 50+ pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and work on your feet for extended periods
• Ability to follow directions and adhere to policies and procedures

Preferred Skills

• Equine veterinary medical experience or knowledge
• Efficient multitasking ability
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure situations
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic
• Attention to detail

Schedule

• Weekends and mornings
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays as needed
• Starting at $18–$20 per hour, commensurate with experience and education
• Weekend differential eligible
• 401(k) after 1 year
• 401(k) Matching after 1 year
• Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday time

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