Small Animal Veterinary Assistant- WEC (CARE)
University of Florida, Indianapolis, IN, United States
The University of Florida Veterinary Hospitals is a 40,000 hospital at the World Equestrian Center (WEC), a high‑profile 300‑acre equine facility in Ocala, 30 minutes south of Gainesville. UF Veterinary Hospitals at WEC provides Small Animal primary care, urgent care services, and Equine sports medicine, rehabilitation, and diagnostic imaging services.
Classification Title
Veterinary Assistant (CARE)
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
Assist with patient care, procedures, and stocking.
Provide administrative support.
Perform general cleaning and maintenance of the hospital and equipment.
Apply basic knowledge of veterinary medicine and demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in veterinary medicine.
Certified Veterinary Assistant.
Compensation & Benefits
Expected salary: $15–17 per hour.
Competitive salary.
Extensive medical benefits (health, dental, vision).
Continuing education opportunities.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Employee discount, including discounts on treatments for employees’ pets.
Health insurance and paid time off as part of the CARE position; promotion to a Level II title may be available upon certification; eligibility for transition into the TEAMS salary plan.
Shifts
Day shifts available. May require working holidays and weekends.
Health Assessment
Post‑offer health assessment required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist, and stand for an extended period of time.
Application
Must provide a cover letter and CV or resume for consideration. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. ET of the posting end date.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If claiming Veteran’s preference, upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application. See our Veteran’s Preference Page for more specific information.
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Classification Title
Veterinary Assistant (CARE)
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
Assist with patient care, procedures, and stocking.
Provide administrative support.
Perform general cleaning and maintenance of the hospital and equipment.
Apply basic knowledge of veterinary medicine and demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in veterinary medicine.
Certified Veterinary Assistant.
Compensation & Benefits
Expected salary: $15–17 per hour.
Competitive salary.
Extensive medical benefits (health, dental, vision).
Continuing education opportunities.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Employee discount, including discounts on treatments for employees’ pets.
Health insurance and paid time off as part of the CARE position; promotion to a Level II title may be available upon certification; eligibility for transition into the TEAMS salary plan.
Shifts
Day shifts available. May require working holidays and weekends.
Health Assessment
Post‑offer health assessment required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist, and stand for an extended period of time.
Application
Must provide a cover letter and CV or resume for consideration. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. ET of the posting end date.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If claiming Veteran’s preference, upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application. See our Veteran’s Preference Page for more specific information.
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