Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician I​/II; CARE

Overview

Emergency & Critical Care 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:  - VM-ICU AND PCW SERVICES

Classification

Title:

Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician I/II (CARE)

3-day work week. Work in a busy hospital with diverse cases and an emphasis on educational development. UFVH is hiring veterinary technicians/nurses for the emergency and critical care service. Duties include working in a 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care Department with flexible schedules and essential personnel status. Earn competitive wages and benefits, including health benefits, relocation assistance, retention bonuses, and licensing fees paid.

The University of Florida Veterinary Hospitals comprise Large Animal, Small Animal, and Diagnostic Laboratory services, with on-site and satellite Emergency facilities. The role supports emergency care and critical care services as part of the team.

Why UF? We offer pet care discounts for employees and opportunities to grow with us to make a difference.

• Competitive salary and extensive benefits
• Earn up to $44.20 with shift differential pay in the ICU Department
• CE opportunities and mentorship programs
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Career-long mentorship from senior technicians and faculty
• VTS support
• Opportunities to teach others and shape the future of veterinary medicine

• Friday-Sunday
• Saturday-Monday
• Sunday-Tuesday
• Thursday-Saturday
  • both day time and night shifts available
• May require working alternate shifts, holidays, and weekends. This position is considered essential personnel and is part of the Emergency Response Team.

Veterinary Technician I: $20-27/hr

Veterinary Technician II: $23-32/hr

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

Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician.

• Prefer applicants with 3-5 years of experience in emergency and/or critical care medicine.
• Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology program and/or certified veterinary technician or eligible to sit for the VTNE.
• Knowledge of animal care and nursing, especially critical care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and terminology.
• Knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability and applications.
• Ability to effectively maintain a working environment while in stressful situations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees of various levels and responsibilities.

In order to be considered for these positions, you must upload:

• List of References

This is a CARE position offering limited benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

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.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.

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

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes; must be able to lift up to fifty pounds, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for extended periods of time.

Advertised: 16 Sep 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 24 Sep 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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