ICU & ER Veterinary Technician III (CARE)

Classification Title :

ICU & ER Veterinary Technician I / II (CARE)

Job Description : About the Role :

Step into the front lines of critical care at the UF Small Animal Hospital! As an ECC ICU & ER Veterinary Technician youll be part of a fast-paced high-impact team providing hands-on care to our most critical patients from ventilated cases and seizures to open-heart surgeries and acute kidney crises.

As our service continues to grow now offering more advanced treatments such as dialysis and post op care for our open-heart program we are excited to offer multiple full-time opportunities for both day and overnight shifts. These roles follow a compressed schedule of three 13-hour shifts per week (totaling 40 hours) with shift options from 6 : 00 AM to 8 : 00 PM or 6 : 00 PM to 8 : 00 AM. While scheduling is flexible and negotiable at least one shift will likely include partial weekend coverage.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives under pressure has a strong work ethic and is energized by the dynamic nature of emergency and intensive care. Youll rotate through the ER triaging and stabilizing walk-in patients while collaborating closely with clinicians and fellow technicians. If youre someone who brings reliability compassion and a love for the adrenaline of ECC wed love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities :

• Administer treatments and monitor hospitalized critical patients in the ICU.
• Rotate into the ER to triage stabilize and assist in diagnostic procedures surgeries ultrasounds radiographs and lab submissions.
• Perform patient discharges and documentation including charges and handovers.
• Support clinicians in all aspects of patient stabilization including anesthesia and critical interventions.
• Mentor and guide veterinary students and house officers in ECC best practices.
• Ensure charges have been made for each patient
• Perform procedures (cystocentesis ultrasound place central lines nasogastric feeding tubes etc.)

Why work at UF

Imagine being part of a team that isnt just providing care but defining what exceptional veterinary medicine looks like. At UF Small Animal Hospital youll join a forever evolving ECC service where innovation adaptability and curiosity are celebrated. This is a place for individuals who want to share their knowledge learn from others and help us continue to be the best ECC team in the world.

Our department is VECCS-accredited and our hospital holds AAHA accreditation reflecting our unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care. Our technicians arent just supporting care theyre shaping it. Youll be part of a teaching hospital that empowers staff to mentor students support residents and pursue credentials like CVT VTS and more. Your expertise insight and curiosity are not only welcomed but they are also encouraged.

Outside the hospital Gainesville and the surrounding areas offer the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation . Swim in natural springs explore beautiful parks and lakes enjoy a vibrant local food scene or take short trips to Floridas award-winning beaches and cultural attractions. Life in Florida means year-round sunshine mild winters and an active lifestyle.

At UF we celebrate our staff . From curated activities for National Veterinary Technician Week to staff sporting events mentorship programs and a supportive culture that values your professional and personal growth youll find a career that challenges you inspires you and rewards you.

Benefits & Perks :

15 days PTO

Competitive salary plus weekend and overnight shift differential pay

Annual raise eligibility (staff performance dependent)

Mentorship VTS support and research opportunities

Paid CE licensing fees retention bonuses and relocation assistance

Uniform allowances

Health plans available

Pet health discounts

Discounts for many restaurants retail theme parks and more with gatorperks

Employee recognition programs

Opportunity to teach and shape the future of veterinary medicine

Available Shifts :

This area needs coverage 24 hours / 7 days a week.

The expectations is to work a 40hour week comprising typically of 1 x 13hr shift and 2 x 13.5hr shifts

The individuals schedule may be adjusted with at least two weeks notice to meet staffing and caseload needs.

This role also includes coverage of assigned holidays throughout the year.

throughout the year.

Expected Salary :

Non-credentialed Technician : $20-27 / hr

Credentialed Technician : $23-32 / hr

Position eligible for additional 10% to 30% shift differentials

Overtime available

Minimum Requirements :

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

Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician II : Credentialed veterinary technician.

Preferred Qualifications :

2 years of experience in ECC or emergency medicine

Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification in Emergency & Critical Care

Credentialed veterinary technician (or currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and / or eligible to sit for the VTNE)

Knowledge of veterinary nursing anesthesia diagnostics and medical terminology

Special Instructions to Applicants :

In order to be considered for these positions you must upload :

Resume

Cover Letter

List of References

This is a CARE position offering limited benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

This position is eligible for veterans preference. If you are claiming veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veterans Preference Page for more specific information.

Applications must be submitted by 11 : 55 p.m. of the posting end date.

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

Health Assessment Required :

Yes; must be able to lift up to fifty pounds bend kneel pull push twist and stand for extended periods of time.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Communication skills,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Experience Administering Injections,Catheterization,Medication Administration,Venipuncture Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 23 - 32