Veterinary Assistant Manager - WEC Equine

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

2d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Equine Veterinary Assistant Manager - UF Veterinary Hospitals at the World Equestrian Center – Ocala, FL. If you’re an exceptional communicator with a passion for developing veterinary staff and delivering world class patient care, this is your opportunity to advance your leadership career in a premier equine medical environment.

Requirements

Associate’s degree and four years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of relevant experience.
Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Excellent horse handling skills and experience.
Must not have any medical conditions or implants which would preclude entry into the MRI suite.
Post offer health assessment required.
Background check will be required.

Nice To Haves

Credentialed Veterinary Technician.
Previous experience managing staff in a equine veterinary hospital.
Previous experience with equine rehab and associated equipment.
Previous experience with CT, MRI, PET, radiography.

Responsibilities

Lead & Develop Staff: Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor veterinary assistants and technicians. Oversee performance, ensure coverage, and support staff growth.
Deliver High Quality Patient Care: Participate in routine and emergency equine care, assist with exams and procedures, coordinate daily workflow, and ensure accurate medical records and charge entry.
Support Hospital Operations: Assist with budgeting, manage incident reporting, track caseload and revenue, collaborate with faculty and client services, and help prepare treatment estimates.
Advance Training & Education: Coordinate technician training and CE opportunities. Provide hands on instruction to veterinary staff and students in safe, effective equine handling and care.
Maintain Facilities & Equipment: Ensure equipment, supplies, and service areas are organized, functional, and compliant with biosecurity protocols. Oversee equipment logs, maintenance schedules, and inventory checks.