Large Animal Hospital Technician Assistant
University of Florida•Gainesville, FL
•$15 - $17•Onsite
About The Position
The University of Florida, Large Animal Hospital is recruiting 2-3 Large Animal Veterinary Assistants. This is a position that requires a motivated, well-organized, and caring individual. Experience in handling horses is preferred, but experience with other large farm animal species will be considered. 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 be reliable, responsible and self-motivated with a strong work ethic
- Must possess the physical ability to handle, manipulate and restrain large animals and be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
- Must have basic computing skills
- Must possess the ability to maintain effective working relationships 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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