Veterinary Technician I/II, Small Animal

University of Florida; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Extensive Medical Benefits (health,  d

Shift Differentials

CE Opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Licensing Fees Paid

Employee Discount

Job summary

University of Florida Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center (WEC) provides small animal primary care, emergency services, and equine sports medicine and imaging. A Veterinary Technician based in Small Animal services assists clinicians with examinations, treatments, and nursing care while maintaining a strong base knowledge of veterinary medicine and a willingness to learn.

We offer competitive salary, extensive medical benefits, CE opportunities, paid time off, licensing fees paid, and

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician I: High school diploma or equivalent with 1–2 years of veterinary experience, or enrollment in a vet tech program.
• Veterinary Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician with four years of veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with routine and urgent examinations, treatments, procedures, and hospitalization nursing care.
• Maintain a current knowledge of veterinary medicine and eagerness to learn.
• Work in a 24/7 hospital environment with day, evening, and night shifts as assigned.

Job description

Classification Minimum Requirements

Veterinary Technician I - High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Veterinary Technician II - Credentialed veterinary technician.

Classification Title

Veterinary Technician I/II (CARE)

Job Description

The University of Florida Veterinary Hospital at the World Equestrian Center (WEC), provides Small Animal primary care and emergency services and Equine sports medicine, rehabilitation, and diagnostic imaging services.

A Veterinary Technician based in Small Animal services at the UFVH at WEC, assist clinicians with routine and urgent examinations, treatments, clinical procedures, and hospitalization nursing care. An individual in this position must possess a good base knowledge of veterinary medicine and enjoy learning new things.

Why work for UF? We know you care about your own pets as much as we do our patients, so we offer discounts on treatments, procedures, and even food for all our employees’ pets. We encourage you to join our team and grow with us to make a difference.

Benefits

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

Available Shifts

The hospital requires coverage 24 hours/7 days a week. Typical schedules consist of 8 or 10 hour shifts. Will be assigned to a primary shift, generally: Day shift, Evening Shift or Night Shift. Reassignment to a different primary shift, rotating shifts, split shifts and extended shifts may be required and assigned depending on hospital needs. Assigned days may vary Sunday through Saturday, weekends and holidays included. This position also requires working alternate shifts, holidays, weekends, or 'on-call duty'.

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

Minimum Qualifications

Veterinary Technician I, Small Animal: 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, Small Animal: Credentialed veterinary technician and four years of veterinary experience

Expected Salary

$18 - 25 /hour

Required Qualifications

Veterinary Technician I - High school diploma or equivalent and one year relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Veterinary Technician II - Credentialed veterinary technician.

Preferred

Veterinary Technician I, Small Animal: 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, Small Animal: Credentialed veterinary technician and four years of veterinary experience

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.

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.