Residents, Interns & Fellows
Information and Resources

On behalf of the entire faculty and staff at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, we are thrilled to welcome you to our Residency, Internship and Fellowship Programs! You are about to embark on an exciting and transformative journey that will not only challenge you but also shape you into the veterinary leader you aspire to be.

As a participant in this program, you are joining a community of passionate and dedicated professionals committed to advancing veterinary medicine, enhancing animal health, and improving lives. Our college has a long-standing tradition of excellence in veterinary education, research, and clinical care, and we are proud to provide you with the resources, mentorship, and hands-on experience necessary to excel in your chosen specialty.

Throughout your time here, you will work alongside some of the most respected experts in the field, have access to cutting-edge facilities and technologies, and collaborate with fellow residents, interns, fellows and faculty who share your enthusiasm for veterinary care. Whether you are working with small animals, large animals, or specializing in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, you will be a key contributor to the success of our clinical services.

We understand that this is a time of great growth and learning, and we encourage you to make the most of every opportunity that comes your way. Ask questions, seek guidance, challenge yourself, and always remember the impact you will have on the animals and clients we serve.

Thank you for choosing the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine as the place to advance your career. We are excited to watch you thrive in this dynamic and rewarding environment. Together, we look forward to making meaningful contributions to the future of veterinary medicine.

Welcome to the team!

Getting Set Up

Please take a moment to review the following information at your convenience:

• Gatorlink Account: A GatorLink account is an individual’s computer network identity at the University of Florida. You should have received an email with your UFID number with an invitation to set up your GatorLink login credentials for our systems. If you haven’t yet, please reach out to your HR contact listed below.
• Uniform items and business cards: Please use the order form below.
• Risk Assessment for Animal Contact: Prior to your start date, you will receive an email with an attached Risk Assessment for Animal Contact Form. This must be completed prior to starting clinics as receiving clearance for animal contact is required for your new position. Please be prepared to provide past rabies records (including any immunizations and titers available) and most recent tetanus information if available. Any necessary inoculations will be provided by the University of Florida during orientation.
• Checking your UF email: Once your GatorLink account has been set up, you will be able to access your UF email account here: GatorMail
• Gainesville Housing: Please find information about housing in Gainesville here: Apartments and Homes for Rent
• GatorStart: Within four weeks of your start date, you will receive an email called GatorStart, UF’s electronic onboarding system for new employees, to both of your personal and UF email accounts requesting that you complete your remaining hire paperwork in a secure portal. This must be completed in a timely manner to ensure that your hire will be finalized prior to arriving on your first day. Failure to complete this paperwork timely can lead to not being able to enroll in your benefit plan at orientation and could possibly delay your first paycheck.
• GATORONE: The GATORONE is the official identification of the University of Florida. Your ID will be provided to you at orientation. Please find more information about submitting a picture for your ID in the FAQ section below.

Training and Development

We have a series of required compliance modules that must be completed prior to you starting clinics. These can be accessed through myTraining:

To log into myTraining:

• Log into my.ufl.edu with your GatorLink Username and Password
• From the Main Menu, navigate to My Self Service > Training and Development >myTraining.

USDA Accreditation Training

Becoming USDA accredited will be required for FARMS, Aquatic Animal Health, Large Animal Medicine, Large Animal Surgery, Theriogenology (LA-Focused), LA Sports Medicine and optional for Zoological Medicine Residents & Interns. Prior to arriving you will receive an email with information on how to complete the “Initial Accreditation Training (IAT)” and when the State Orientation will take place. The initial training must be completed prior to attending the state orientation and both are required for accreditation. The tentative date for the State Orientation will be July 18, 2025.

IACUC Training – For Residents Only:

• IACUC Training is required for research activities during your residency. The module outlined below is the initial training and any additional departmental or research specific modules beyond this basic module will be completed post arrival.
• Select “For Investigators” and sign in with your GatorLink username and password (if prompted)
• Under “Getting Started Working with IACUC“:
• Expand the “IACUC Registration, Protocol Submission, and Review Process Overview” section. Review the instructions and register with the online portal, myIACUC
• Expand the “EH&S Animal Research Health & Safety” section.
• Expand the “AALAS Training Requirements” section. Review the information.
• Expand the “Instructions for Working with the UF IACUC Training” section. Review the information and log-in to the AALAS Website. Search for and complete the following module: “Working with the IACUC“. Once complete, print or digitally keep a copy of your certificate for your records along with forwarding a copy to HouseOfficerSubmissions@vetmed.ufl.edu.

Your First Week

New residents, interns and fellows at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) go through an orientation program that covers:

• Introductions
• Benefit Information and Enrollment
• Set up your Parking Decal
• College, departmental, and program policies and responsibilities
• Facility tour

Orientation for the Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Rotating, Zoological Medicine Rotating and Shelter Medicine interns will take place on June 9, 2025. Orientation for new residents, specialty interns and fellows will take place on July 14, 2025.

Benefit Package Overview:

Please take a moment and click to review your employer paid benefits for Residents and Interns or you can scan here:

Please take a moment and click to review your employee paid benefits for Fellows or you can scan here:

Parking Services:

Three days prior to your start date, you will receive a link sent to either your personal email or your UF email allowing you to obtain a two-week virtual parking decal online. Please take a moment and click to review Parking Information and Options or you can scan here:

We hope this information helps you feel prepared and excited as you start your journey with us. If you have any questions or need assistance at any point, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your College of Veterinary Medicine Human Resources contact—we’re here to help:

Glen Mapes
HR Manager
College of Veterinary Medicine
University of Florida
2015 SW 16th Avenue
Gainesville, Florida 32608
Phone: 352-294-4222
Email: mapesg@ufl.edu