Large Animal Hospital Technician Assistant

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Florida, Large Animal Hospital is recruiting 2-3 Large Animal Veterinary Assistants to work Sundays through Saturdays. This is a position that requires a motivated, well-organized, and caring individual. Experience in handling horses is preferred, but will consider experience with other large farm animal species. As a member of our staff, this individual will provide assistance for client services, helping veterinary technicians with patient handling and restraint, supply stocking, equipment care and cleaning.

Requirements

• Must possess the physical ability to handle, manipulate and restrain large animals
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Must have basic computing skills
• Must possess the ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
• Must possess the ability to multi-task.
• Understand basic medical terminology
• Be able to maintain a positive attitude at work
• Be able to willingly accept constructive criticism from senior staff and clinicians
• Will not engage in public derogatory discussions regarding coworkers, referring veterinarians, clinicians, or students
• Ability to follow the appropriate chain of commands
• Must be reliable, responsible and self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• 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

• Experience in handling horses is preferred
• Experience with other large farm animal species

Responsibilities

• Move, handle and restrain patients, including loading and unloading from transport.
• Admit and Discharge patients
• Escort visiting clients
• Feed, hand walk, graze and groom patients
• Set up, break down and clean equipment and exam areas
• Clean stalls and maintain a clean/sanitary and functionally organized clinical service area
• Maintain supply inventory and replenish stock
• Laundry
• Utilize chemical cleaning and disinfection agents in a safe manner
• Monitor, record and report physical signs of patients
• Administer topical treatments and hydrotherapy
• Assist in minor procedures and treatments
• Collect Salmonella samples and submit lab requests
• Verify and enter charges into computerized medical record
• Collect payments/deposits

Benefits

• Training and uniforms are provided.
• Shift differential paid for evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Health insurance may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed