Small Animal Operating Room Service On-Call Technician (OPS) Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=534546&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 534546 Work type: Staff Part-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care Department: 28311105 - VM-OPERATING ROOM SERVICES Classification Title: Small Animal Operating Room Service On-Call Technician (OPS) Job Description: Preparation, aseptic technique and pre-surgical treatments. This position has a variety of responsibilities which include, but not limited to: - ensure that patients are prepped in a timely fashion; prepares patient for surgery in accordance with hospital standard. - assembles surgical supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures. - maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. - transports patients to/from surgical suite; positions patients according to surgical type. - cleans OR suites and instrumentation/equipment according to hospital standard. - operate a variety of machines such as scoping equipment, power equipment, instrument washers and flash sterilizers. This position requires coverage for after hour/emergency procedures; the hours of operation are: - Monday through Friday 5pm to 8am - 8a to 8a on Saturday/Sunday This is a shared position with multiple technicians on the schedule and based on availability of each person. Expected Salary: $14-$15 Minimum Requirements: {sTALargeOther1} Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of animal care and nursing - Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy - At least a two year commitment due to the extensive training process 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. 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: 12 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 19 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time