Orthopedic Surgery Veterinary Technician I/II (Care)

University of Florida
  • Gainesville, FL
  • $18–$22 Per Hour
5 days ago

Job Description

Are you a skilled veterinary technician who loves both learning and sharing your knowledge and is ready to join a busy team seeing cats and dogs with a wide variety of issues requiring orthopedic intervention? We are looking for our next team members in Small Animal Surgery and currently are recruiting for an Orthopedic Surgery position! Nursing staff in our service assist with appointments, small procedures under sedation and anesthesia in both sterile and aseptic conditions, diagnostic workups including digital radiography and CT, and a host of other surgical nursing skills in addition to client communication. Members of our team work closely with boarded veterinary surgeons, residents/interns, and veterinary students in a fast paced teaching and learning environment. We offer competitive wages, benefits including health insurance and paid leave and holidays, and a team-oriented approach to each day.
Classification Title:

Orthopedic Surgery Veterinary Technician

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Veterinary Technician I - High school diploma or equivalent and one year relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Veterinary Technician II - Credentialed veterinary technician

Job Description:

Are you a skilled veterinary technician who loves both learning and sharing your knowledge and is ready to join a busy team seeing cats and dogs with a wide variety of issues requiring orthopedic intervention? We are looking for our next team members in Small Animal Surgery and currently are recruiting for an Orthopedic Surgery position! Nursing staff in our service assist with appointments, small procedures under sedation and anesthesia in both sterile and aseptic conditions, diagnostic workups including digital radiography and CT, and a host of other surgical nursing skills in addition to client communication. Members of our team work closely with boarded veterinary surgeons, residents/interns, and veterinary students in a fast paced teaching and learning environment. We offer competitive wages, benefits including health insurance and paid leave and holidays, and a team-oriented approach to each day.

This is a full time position, working Monday-Friday.

Expected Salary:

Non-Credentialed $18.00-22.00

Credentialed $20.00-25.00

Required Qualifications 

Veterinary Technician I - High school diploma or equivalent and one year relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Veterinary Technician II - Credentialed veterinary technician

Preferred:

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This is a CARE position offering limited benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.  When appropriate certifications are achieved, promotional opportunities to a level II title may be available.  This position will also become eligible for transition into a TEAMS (staff) salary plan. 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position. 

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Health Assessment Required:Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time. 

 

Numbers & Facts

LocationGainesville, FL
Salary$18–$22 Per Hour

Skills

  • Anesthesiologyunmatched
  • Asepsisunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Orthopedic Surgeryunmatched
  • Orthopedicsunmatched
  • Radiographyunmatched
  • Surgical Nursingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Veterinary Medicineunmatched

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