Large Animal Hospital Service Vet Technician I or II- Surgery (CARE)
Large Animal Hospital Service Vet Technician I or II- Surgery (CARE)
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$ 18 - 25
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Large Animal Hospital Service Vet Technician I or 2- Surgery (CARE)
Large Animal Service Veterinary Technician I:
High school diploma or equivalent and 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.
Large Animal Service Veterinary Technician II:
High school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience loading unloading restraining handling and treating horses or four years of experience loading unloading restraining handling and treating horses in a veterinary academic teaching hospital; and certification or licensure as a Veterinary Technician and designation of VTS in an appropriate large animal discipline.
At the University of Florida we place a high value on the role our Veterinary Technicians 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 perform medical treatments and procedures as directed by our veterinarians.
Candidates should genuinely care about people and animals be outgoing enthusiastic and a team player. They should endeavor to learn new things quickly adapt to a changing environment and express a positive attitude in their daily work. They must be able to communicate effectively demonstrate critical thinking professionalism and be proactive in determining the needs of the hospital.
The individual in this position will assist clinicians with Inpatient Outpatient and Emergency patient care. Will act as a surgical nurse utilizing proper clinical techniques in support of the Large Animal Hospital Surgery Service and assist with anesthetic inductions and recoveries surgical prep and surgical procedures. Will prepare set up surgical suites and care for surgical instruments and equipment. Duties also include restraining horses and other large animals for exams and diagnostic procedures jog horses and aid in the positioning of horses in the MRI and CT units throughout the workday several days of every workweek. Diagnostic Imaging procedures and Service Administrative duties including communication with Clients and Referring Veterinarians. Additional important duties include internal communication efficiency organization and charge capture as well as improving the clients experience when admitting inpatients and outpatients.
This is a physically demanding position that requires excellent horse handling skills and experience and the candidate must not have any medical conditions or implants which would preclude entry into the high-field MRI suite.
We offer a wide range of excellent benefits to our employees 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.
This is a full-time benefited position and is considered essential personnel. This position requires a post offer health assessment. Background check will be required.
Relocation assistance may be available for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Work Schedule:
Hours consist of typically working five-(5) 8-hour shifts per work week. Typically assigned work hours are Monday Friday varying shifts between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. as required by the service. This position may require working alternate shifts holidays weekends or on-call duty.
Individual in this position is considered essential personnel which may include reporting to work during Main Campus closures.
$18-$25/hr commensurate with education and experience
Large Animal Service Veterinary Technician I:
High school diploma or equivalent and 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.
Large Animal Service Veterinary Technician II:
High school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience loading unloading restraining handling and treating horses or four years of experience loading unloading restraining handling and treating horses in a veterinary academic teaching hospital; and certification or licensure as a Veterinary Technician and designation of VTS in an appropriate large animal discipline.
Certification or licensure as a veterinary technician is preferred but not required.
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 is a time-limted position.
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 Veterans preference. If you are claiming Veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veterans Preference Pagefor more specific information.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
