ICU/ER Veterinary Technician I/II - Temporary (OPS)
About The Position
About the Role: Experience UF’s world‑class ECC service in this unique short‑term ICU/ER Technician role, where you’ll work on the front lines with ventilated patients, complex emergencies, and high‑level specialty cases in a truly collaborative environment. As our service continues to grow, now offering more advanced treatments such as dialysis and post op care for our open-heart program, we are excited to offer full- and part-time temporary roles to assist with department coverage. This role is perfect for someone who thrives under pressure, has a strong work ethic, and is energized by the dynamic nature of emergency and intensive care. You’ll rotate through the ER, triaging and stabilizing walk-in patients while collaborating closely with clinicians and fellow technicians. If you’re someone who brings reliability, compassion, and a love for the adrenaline of ECC, we’d love to meet you!
Requirements
- Emergency & Critical Care 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.
- Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of experience in ECC or emergency medicine
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification in Emergency & Critical Care
- Credentialed veterinary technician (or currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and/or eligible to sit for the VTNE)
- Knowledge of veterinary nursing, anesthesia, diagnostics, and medical terminology
Responsibilities
- Administer treatments and monitor hospitalized critical patients in the ICU.
- Rotate into the ER to triage, stabilize, and assist in diagnostic procedures, surgeries, ultrasounds, radiographs, and lab submissions.
- Perform patient discharges and documentation, including charges and handovers.
- Support clinicians in all aspects of patient stabilization, including anesthesia and critical interventions.
- Mentor and guide veterinary students and house officers in ECC best practices.
- Ensure charges have been made for each patient
- Perform procedures (cystocentesis, ultrasound, place central lines, nasogastric feeding tubes etc.)
Benefits
- Limited benefits may be available depending on the number of hours worked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
