Soft Tissue Surgery Veterinary Technician I/II (CARE)

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
Department:28311100 - VM-SURGERY

Classification Title:

Veterinary Technician I/II (CARE)

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 soft tissue surgical intervention? We are looking for our next team members in Small Animal Surgery and currently are recruiting for Soft Tissue Surgery positions! 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.

An individual in this position must posses excellent communication skills and be proactive in determining the needs of the hospital. A successful applicant should enjoy learning new things and can adapt quickly to a changing environment. They should have a good base knowledge of veterinary medicine and express a positive attitude in their daily work. The individual must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrating critical, demonstrating critical thinking and professionalism.

Expected Salary:

Veterinary Technician I (non credentialed): $18.00 - $22.00 / hourly

Veterinary Technician II (credentialed): $20.00 -$25.00 / hourly

Minimum Requirements:

Veterinary Technician I (non credentialed): High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience Veterinary Technician II (credentialed): Credentialed veterinary technician

Preferred Qualifications:

Credentialed veterinary technician

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

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

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.  

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.

This is a time-limited position.

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

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.

 

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