Hospital Assistant (CARE)

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The AAHA-accredited University of Florida Small Animal Hospital is recruiting a Hospital Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with patient care and administrative duties. The position works under the immediate supervision of a manager, with supportive oversight from veterinarians and technicians, and provides basic patient care and administrative support as directed.

The assistant works one-on-one with clients, patients, and hospital staff and is expected to build friendly, professional relationships and maintain a positive attitude. The role is responsible for overall hospital cleanliness and supports client service representatives with cleaning, retrieving food orders, stocking supplies and food, and maintaining laundry services. This is a full-time position for 40 hours per week, scheduled five days a week, including at least one weekend day; holiday work may also be required. The position offers limited benefits, including health insurance and paid time off. Promotional opportunities to a Level II title may be available after appropriate certifications are achieved, and the position may become eligible to transition to a TEAMS staff salary plan.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and public relations skills.
• Initiative and problem-solving ability.
• Active listening skills and confidence handling customer interactions.
• Professional image and good interpersonal skills.
• Outgoing, enthusiastic, and able to work as a team player.
• Genuine care for people and animals.
• Able to lift at least 40 pounds, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist, and stand for an extended period.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and administrative support as directed.
• Support veterinarians and technicians with patient care and administrative duties.
• Work with clients, patients, and hospital staff while maintaining professional relationships and a positive attitude.
• Maintain the overall cleanliness of the hospital.
• Assist client service representatives with cleaning needs and retrieve food orders.
• Stock supplies and food.
• Maintain laundry services throughout the Small Animal Hospital.

Benefits

• Limited benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.
• Promotional opportunities to a Level II title may be available after appropriate certifications are achieved.
• The position may become eligible to transition to a TEAMS staff salary plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED