Veterinary Assistant (CARE)

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Marion
Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
Department:28340000 - VM-OCALA CLINIC

Classification Title:

Veterinary Assistant (CARE)

Job Description:

UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services in Ocala, FL is looking for a veterinary assistant to help technicians, client service representatives, and doctors to provide excellent patient care and customer service. Our assistant positions are the perfect entry for less experienced individuals interested in becoming better acquainted with the emergency animal care environment. Assistants are responsible for assisting with client and patient interactions, maintaining hospital cleanliness, as well as maintaining inventory and stock.
Why work for UF? We know you care about your own pets as much as we do our patients, so we offer discounts on treatments, procedures, and even food for all our employees’ pets. We encourage you to join our team and grow with us to make a difference.
Benefits:
• Competitive Salary
• Extensive Medical Benefits (including health, dental and vision)
• CE Opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Employee Discount

Available Shifts:
Night shifts available. May require working holidays and weekends.
This position is considered essential personnel and requires a post-offer health assessment.

Expected Salary:

$15.00-$17.00

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in veterinary medicine
• Certified veterinary assistant

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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

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

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

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 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.

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