Classification Title:
OPS Veterinary Care Technician
Summary
Seeking motivated, responsible, detail-oriented individuals that are interested in learning more about Veterinary Medicine in a research setting. Individuals will be responsible for the daily clinical support of a canine colony in addition to husbandry, enrichment, as well as assisting with breeding and whelping. Individuals will be expected to feed, administer medicine, perform basic housekeeping tasks, groom, train, and provide care. Some other tasks may include collecting biological and tissue specimens for diagnostic evaluations, record keeping and other routine veterinary procedures.
Expected Salary:
$12 per hour
Minimum Requirements:
Previous work with animals and knowledge of basic husbandry.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience specifically with canine handling, restraint and clinical care.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Looking for immediate hire – please include cover letter, resume, at least 3 references, and schedule of availability.
Hours vary from early morning to late evening, including weekends and holidays; typically work in 3-5-hour shifts; student schedules are taken into consideration. (Students and non-students welcome to apply)
The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes
Advertised: 25 Oct 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Nov 2023 Eastern Standard Time