Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Job No: 539868

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care

Department: 28322400 - VM-FOOD ANIMAL SERVICE

Job Description

Classification Title:
Veterinary Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.

The FARMS Service within the University of Florida Veterinary Hospitals is recruiting for a Veterinary Assistant. The person in this position must be able to handle and restrain large animals, operate an autoclave and centrifuge machine, drive trucks, vans, and trailers to transport animals to and from farms. This position will provide assistance on the farm and in the hospital (i.e., patient care, record keeping, sample collection, etc). Maintain clinic ready room, vehicles, equipment and inventory. Manage sample handling and transport and mailing to the appropriate laboratory. Collect and disburse sample results to clinicians. Ordering of equipment and supplies will be coordinated with the FARMS Veterinary Service Representative and/or the Large Animal Hospital Client Services Supervisor when appropriate.
Individuals in this position should genuinely care about people and animals, be outgoing, enthusiastic and a team-player. They should endeavor to learn new things, quickly adapt to a changing environment and express a positive attitude in their daily work. They must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate critical thinking, professionalism and be proactive in determining the needs of the hospital.
This is a full-time, benefited position and is considered essential personnel. This position requires a post offer health assessment.
We offer a wide range of excellent benefits to our employees in addition to providing exceptional facilities for providing patient care. As an academic teaching hospital, we are fortunate to have access to the latest innovations in veterinary healthcare.
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
- Medical Benefits
- Paid Vet Tech School Opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Employee Discount for veterinary services and pet food programs

Expected Salary:
$16 - $17.50 per Hour

Preferred:
I. Ability to handle and restrain large animals.
2. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clinicians, employees, students and clients.
3. Ability to drive with and back up a stock trailer
4. A high school diploma and two years of appropriate experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
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.

Applications Close: 20 May 2026