Equine & Small Animal Veterinary Technician I​/II WEC; CARE

Equine & Small Animal Veterinary Technician I/II WEC (CARE)

Job No: 537309

Work Type:
Full Time

Location:

Marion

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

Department:  - VM-WORLD EQUESTRIAN CENTER

Job Description:

The University of Florida Veterinary Hospitals is a 40,000 sq foot 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 and urgent care services and Equine sports medicine, rehabilitation, and diagnostic imaging services.
A Veterinary Technician at the UFVH at WEC assists clinicians with equine and small animal examinations, treatments, and hospitalization nursing care.
Candidates must possess horse handling skills, a good base knowledge of veterinary medicine, and an enthusiasm for learning new things.
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.

Schedule:

This position requires coverage 24 hours/7 days a week, with varying 8‑10‑hour shifts. The schedule may change to accommodate staffing and caseload needs, and may include on‑call duty and coverage of holidays. Individuals may be required to assist in other areas of the hospital depending on patient care needs.

Expected Salary: $18.00 – $25.00 hourly

• Competitive Salary
• Extensive Medical Benefits (including health, dental and vision)
• Shift Differentials
• CE Opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Licensing Fees Paid
• Employee Discount

• Veterinary Technician I:
  High school diploma and two years of veterinary experience or one year of veterinary experience and currently enrolled in a veterinary technician program or graduate of a veterinary technician program
• Veterinary Technician II:
  Credentialed veterinary technician and four years of veterinary experience

• Technician I:
  High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience
• Technician II:
  Credentialed veterinary technician

• Horse handling skills and experience
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician

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.

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: 07 January 2026

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.