Supervisor of Veterinary Assistants

Classification Title:

Veterinary Hospital Supervisor

Job Description:

The Veterinary Hospital Supervisor will be an integral member of the Emergency and Critical Care service, acting as a point of contact for all activities relating to the veterinary assistant and volunteer staff. Primary job duties include managing the hiring, orienting, and daily operations of veterinary assistants working in the area, ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the area, acting as trainer for continual education of staff concerning basic-to-advanced technical skills, and orienting and training the volunteer team. This position acts as a working supervisor, providing regular direct on-the-work-floor oversight. Incumbents must possess a strong knowledge of veterinary nursing care and techniques. The ideal candidate is an excellent verbal and written communicator, highly self-motivated, and able to prioritize well. Candidates must be capable of clear and concise communication with a large array of members of the veterinary care team, and able to promote teamwork both internally and externally to the department.

Available Shifts
Sunday – Wednesday / 4pm – 2am
Wednesday – Saturday / 7am – 5pm

Expected Salary:

$22-$25/hr salary dependent on experience

Minimum Requirements:

Associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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

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 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.

Advertised: 25 Oct 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Nov 2023 Eastern Daylight Time

Job Category
Management
Job Type
Full Time/Permanent
Salary
USD 22.00 - 25.00 per hour
Country
United States
City
Gainesville
Career Level
unspecified
Company
University of Florida
JOB SOURCE
https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/529026/supervisor-of-veterinary-assistants