• Veterinary Technician I/II, Small Animal (Care)

    University of Florida (Marion County, FL)


    Veterinary Technician I/II, Small Animal (CARE)

     

    Work type: Staff Full-Time

     

    Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care

     

    Department: 28360000 - VM-WORLD EQUESTRIAN CENTER

    Classification Title:

    Veterinary Technician I/II (CARE)

    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    Technician I: High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience

     

    Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician

    Job Description:

    The University of Florida Veterinary Hospital at the World Equestrian Center (WEC), provides Small Animal primary care and urgent care 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:

    Day shifts available. Will require working holidays and weekends.

     

    This position is considered essential personnel and requires a post-offer health assessment.

    Expected Salary:

    $18-$25/hr

    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.

     

    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 ourVeteran's Preference Page (https://jobs.ufl.edu/applicant-resources/veterans/) for more specific 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.

     

    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: 14 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 21 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time