Veterinary Community Outreach Program (VCOP) Veterinary Assistant

VCOP

Job Location:

Gainesville, FL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 15 - 16

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Veterinary Assistant
Classification Minimum Requirements	High school diploma or equivalent.
Job Description:	University of Floridas Veterinary Community Outreach Program (VCOP) is recruiting a veterinary assistant. The VCOP program is designed to introduce students to the challenges of veterinary practice in both community and shelter environments and give experience in spay and neuter techniques plus preventative medicine of canines and felines. Example of Veterinary Assistant Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to: Patient Care & Husbandry Animal restraint for exams catheter placements bandage changes anesthesia etc. Obtain vitals such as TPR and record appropriately in medical record Assist with patient intake and discharge Assist with recovery Document in patients medical record Hospital and Service Cleanliness and Organization Sweeping and moping Maintaining inventory Processing laundry Disinfecting and cleaning equipment regularly Ensuring cage and runs are cleaned daily Client Service/Administrative Support as needed The service receives Monday - Friday. May require working earlier than 7:45am or later than 5:00pm This is a full-time benefited position and is considered essential personnel. A post-offer education verification background check and health assessment are required.
Expected Salary:	$15-16 /hour

Preferred	1-year experience in Veterinary Medicine Certified Veterinary Assistant certification
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 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.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs bend kneel pull push twist and stand for an extended period of time.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Classification Title:Veterinary AssistantClassification Minimum RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Job Description:University of Floridas Veterinary Community Outreach Program (VCOP) is recruiting a veterinary assistant. The VCOP program is designed to introduce students to the challenges...

Classification Title:	Veterinary Assistant
Classification Minimum Requirements	High school diploma or equivalent.
Job Description:	University of Floridas Veterinary Community Outreach Program (VCOP) is recruiting a veterinary assistant. The VCOP program is designed to introduce students to the challenges of veterinary practice in both community and shelter environments and give experience in spay and neuter techniques plus preventative medicine of canines and felines. Example of Veterinary Assistant Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to: Patient Care & Husbandry Animal restraint for exams catheter placements bandage changes anesthesia etc. Obtain vitals such as TPR and record appropriately in medical record Assist with patient intake and discharge Assist with recovery Document in patients medical record Hospital and Service Cleanliness and Organization Sweeping and moping Maintaining inventory Processing laundry Disinfecting and cleaning equipment regularly Ensuring cage and runs are cleaned daily Client Service/Administrative Support as needed The service receives Monday - Friday. May require working earlier than 7:45am or later than 5:00pm This is a full-time benefited position and is considered essential personnel. A post-offer education verification background check and health assessment are required.
Expected Salary:	$15-16 /hour

Preferred	1-year experience in Veterinary Medicine Certified Veterinary Assistant certification
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 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.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs bend kneel pull push twist and stand for an extended period of time.