Veterinary Technician I/II, Overnight Equine and Small Animal

Classification Title:

Veterinary Technician I/II (Care)

Classification Minimum Requirements

Classification Minimum Requirements are the baseline requirements for Staff Titles and Academic Titles found at the University of Florida.

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

Veterinary Technician II
Credentialed veterinary technician.

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. An individual in this position must possess horse handling skills, a good base knowledge of veterinary medicine, and enjoy 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.

Benefits:
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

The hospital requires coverage 24 hours/7 days a week. Typically schedules consist of 8 or 10 hour shifts. Will be assigned to a primary shift, generally: Day shift, Evening Shift or Night Shift.  Reassignment to a different primary shift, rotating shifts, split shifts and extended shifts may be required and assigned depending on hospital needs.  Assigned days may vary Sunday through Saturday, weekends and holidays included. This position also requires working alternate shifts, holidays, weekends, or “on-call duty.”

This individual is considered essential personnel which may include reporting to work during Main Campus closures.

Expected Salary:

$18-$25

   
Preferred

Horse handling skills and experience

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

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: 21 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 28 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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The University of Florida Veterinary Hospitals is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team at our equine and small animal hospital at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL. This individual will assist clinicians with equine and small animal examinations, treatments, and hospitalization nursing care. We offer highly competitive wages and benefits including health benefits, relocation assistance, retention bonuses, licensing fees paid, and more!

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Veterinary Technician I/II, Overnight Equine and Small Animal 28360000 - VM-WORLD EQUESTRIAN CENTER Marion 28 Oct 2026
The University of Florida Veterinary Hospitals is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team at our equine and small animal hospital at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL. This individual will assist clinicians with equine and small animal examinations, treatments, and hospitalization nursing care. We offer highly competitive wages and benefits including health benefits, relocation assistance, retention bonuses, licensing fees paid, and more!

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