LAH OPS Veterinary Technician

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The University of Florida Large Animal Hospital is seeking a self-motivated, compassionate part-time veterinary technician. The position primarily involves on-call work at night, on weekends, and on holidays, with additional hours expected to cover staff leave. The successful applicant should be comfortable with a flexible schedule, enjoy learning, and adapt quickly to a changing environment. The role involves treating and handling horses and may also include goats, pigs, alpacas, cattle, sheep, and llamas. As part of the nursing staff in a unit that operates 24/7, the technician performs medical treatments and procedures under the supervision of senior staff. The employee must live close to the veterinary school and have reliable transportation to arrive within 30 minutes of being called in when scheduled. This is a time-limited position. The expected salary is $15.00 per hour. UF offers discounts on treatments and procedures for employees' pets.

Requirements

Experience with horses is required.
Must be capable of lifting at least 50 pounds and able to bend, kneel, and squat for periods of time to restrain and treat patients.
Must live close to the veterinary school and have reliable transportation to arrive within 30 minutes of being called in when scheduled.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist, and stand for an extended period of time.
Must upload a cover letter and resume to be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Veterinary Technician.

Responsibilities

Perform medical treatments and procedures under the supervision of senior staff.
Handle and treat horses, and potentially goats, pigs, alpacas, cattle, sheep, and llamas.
Work primarily on call during nights, weekends, and holidays.
Provide additional coverage for staff leave.
Arrive at the veterinary school within 30 minutes of being called in when scheduled.