Veterinary Technician

JOIN THE TEAM AT WINSTAR FARM: VETERINARY ASSISTANT/TECHNICIAN

Picture a workday spent with some of the finest thoroughbreds in the world, split between the fresh air of the farm and the hands-on work of the clinic.

Winstar Farm, a premier breeding and training operation in Versailles, Kentucky, is looking for a dedicated veterinary assistant or technician to join our team. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days look alike. You will work side by side with our resident veterinarian and play a real part in the health and success of our horses, from newborn foals to racehorses in training.

What You Will Do

Alongside our resident veterinarian, assist with the following:

• reproductive work, foal medicine, general care
• Yearling work, including surveys and sale x-rays
• Lameness work-up for horses in training and racehorses

On your own:

• Perform rehabilitation procedures such as shockwave and laser therapy
• Administer IM/IV injections
• Nursing care of foals
• Attend and assist with breeding shed sessions

Keep our herd healthy:

• Managing the vaccination and deworming program for every group of horses: tracking due dates, drawing up vaccines, and administration

Running the practice behind the scenes:

• Pharmacy inventory, including distribution to divisions and purchasing
• Data entry and record keeping (experience with Excel and Microsoft Word required)
• Billing
• Lab work, including running blood work and processing biologics
• Maintenance of lab and diagnostic equipment

Who Will Thrive Here

• Attention to detail, plus an enthusiastic, hardworking, self-motivated, and responsible approach
• Two years of horse handling experience (veterinary experience is a plus, but not required)
• A genuine interest and passion for thoroughbreds
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• A team player who works with everyone for the betterment of the horse
• Punctuality and consistency
• Ability to lift and handle equipment and participate in physical activity

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 7 am to 4 pm
• One weekend day required during breeding season (mid-January to mid-June)
• An occasional weekend day during sales season, when needed

What We Offer

Health and dental insurance, paid vacation, sick days, and holidays, and a 401(k). Salary is negotiable and based on experience.

If you love thoroughbreds and want a role where your work makes a difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

Email resumes to [email protected]

Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 56.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person