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Veterinary Community Outreach Program (VCOP) Veterinary Assistant

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University of Florida

Gainesville, FL (In Person)

$32,240 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Job Description

Veterinary Community Outreach Program (VCOP)
Veterinary Assistant JOB NO:
539903
WORK TYPE:
Staff Full-Time
LOCATION
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES
Veteran's Preference Eligible, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
DEPARTMENT
28314000 - VM-VETERINARY
COMM OUTRCH PROG CLASSIFICATION TITLE
Veterinary Assistant
CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent.
JOB DESCRIPTION
University of Florida's Veterinary Community Outreach Program (VCOP) is recruiting a veterinary assistant. The VCOP program is designed to introduce students to the challenges of veterinary practice in both community and shelter environments and give experience in spay and neuter techniques plus preventative medicine of canines and felines. Example of Veterinary Assistant Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Patient Care & Husbandry Animal restraint for exams, catheter placements, bandage changes, anesthesia, etc. Obtain vitals such as TPR and record appropriately in medical record Assist with patient intake and discharge Assist with recovery Document in patient's medical record
  • Hospital and Service Cleanliness and Organization Sweeping and moping Maintaining inventory Processing laundry Disinfecting and cleaning equipment regularly Ensuring cage and runs are cleaned daily
  • Client Service/Administrative Support as needed The service receives Monday - Friday.
May require working earlier than 7:45am or later than 5:00pm This is a full-time, benefited position and is considered essential personnel. A post-offer education verification, background check, and health assessment are required.
EXPECTED SALARY
$15-16 /hour
PREFERRED
1-year experience in Veterinary Medicine Certified Veterinary Assistant certification
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.
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13 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time