LAH OPS Veterinary Technician

LAH OPS Veterinary Technician

Job No: 538356

Work Type: Part Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care

Department:  - VM-HOSPITAL

The University of Florida Large Animal Hospital is seeking a self‑motivated and compassionate part‑time veterinary technician to become part of our team. A successful applicant should be seeking a part‑time flexible schedule and enjoy learning new things and can quickly adapt to a changing environment. This person would work, primarily, on‑call for nights, weekends, and holidays with additional hours expected to cover staff leave.

This is a position that requires a motivated, well‑organized and caring individual with experience in treating and handling horses – but may include goats, pigs, alpacas, cattle, sheep, and llama patients.

As a member of our nursing staff, working in a unit that is open 24/7 you will perform medical treatments and procedures under the supervision of senior staff. Must live close to the vet school and have reliable transportation to arrive within 30 minutes of being called in when scheduled.

LAH OPS Veterinary Technician

• Must have experience with horses to be considered.
• Must be capable of lifting at least 50 lbs and be able to bend, kneel and squat for periods of time to restrain and treat patients.

$15.00 hourly

• Must have experience with horses to be considered.
• Must be capable of lifting at least 50 lbs and be able to bend, kneel and squat for periods of time to restrain and treat patients.

• Experience as a 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 time‑limited position.

Yes;
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.

14 January 2026

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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.