Licensed Veterinary Technician- Pet Health Center
Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: May 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S12950P
Working Title
Licensed Veterinary Technician- Pet Health Center
Department
VetMed-VTH Sm Anim Commun Prac
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated
as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified
institution of higher education . The proof is in our more than 235
years of academic and professional achievements and our continual
commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the
top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The
University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65
miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta,
Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100
faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's
enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000
undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.
Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our
newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded
in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing
services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting
investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people.
The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals,
and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and
diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most
technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus,
the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying
emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human
health.
The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the
university community, recognizing that differences in experience
and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting
academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community
(> )
College/Unit/Department website
https://vet.uga.edu/hospital-and-primary-care/hospital/
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, but flexible with potential changes to
schedule for earlier in or later out.
Advertised Salary
$17.78-$25 p/hour based on experience
Posting Date
11/21/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
12/08/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information,
national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other
protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with
the accessibility of materials related to this search are
encouraged to contact Central HR ().
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26
institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the
System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity,
Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the
foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG
community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding
these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values
and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2
and can be found online at .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online
at .
Position Information
Classification Title
Animal Care Veterinary/Animal Science
Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an
apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of
education/experience in lieu of the required minimum
qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
-Active Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Georgia
-Experience within a general veterinary practice
Position Summary
The Licensed Veterinary Technician working within the College of
Veterinary Medicine's Pet Health Center (PHC) will perform the
following duties: monitoring the receiving schedule, technician
appointments, monitoring records, inputting charges, specimen
collection, patient treatments, RX refills, sedating and recovering
patients, fielding questions, consults and calls for the
clinicians, helping and training senior veterinary students and
technician students with physicals, treatments, phlebotomy,
bandaging, as well as assisting during patient receiving, and
cleaning and organizing the ward with adherence to Infectious Dx
protocols. This individual will aid in these duties as well as
enhance patient receiving and diagnostic imaging, timely patient
call backs, and surgical support with patient prep and as a scrub
nurse. This technician will also be responsible for obtaining
radiographic images and coordinating transports between the Pet
Health Center and the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial
resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children
under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT
security, personnel records, patient records, or access to
chemicals and medications)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with
financial responsibilities. For additional information about the
credit check criteria, visit the .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background
investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating
your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in
your application materials (including reference checks) as they
relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;
and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be
subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk
responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Perform day to day duties in the Pet Health Center including
Technician duties that consist of dental procedures, otic lavage,
wound clipping, prepping, flushing, bandaging, casts, sedate,
suture skin, dental procedures, catheterize, venipuncture,
cystocentesis, injections, medicating, CPR, maintaining of airway
and circulatory system management, drug dosage calculations,
reconstituting and administering drugs including controlled
substances, I.V. fluids, assist clinicians with neurology
examinations.
Percentage of time
25
Duties/Responsibilities
Work with senior veterinary students, veterinary technician
students and new nursing staff in the PHC. Assisting and
instructing the new employees, senior veterinary students and
veterinary technician students with the various duties performed in
the community practice service; receiving, patient examinations,
developing anesthesia protocols and performing anesthesia,
dentistry, dental radiology, obtaining specimens and testing.
Percentage of time
25
Duties/Responsibilities
Entering lab work into the lab computer system and checking
results. Pulling up clients records in the VetView system and
entering procedure and consultation fees.
Percentage of time
25
Duties/Responsibilities
Obtain specimen samples and performing diagnostic procedures, i.e.;
glucose monitoring, skin scraping, biopsies, allergy testing,
fungal interpretations, cystocentesis, endoscopy,
electrocardiology, echocardiography, biopsies, cytology preps, etc.
Scrub in and assist in surgical procedures. Knowledge of how to
work around a sterile environment and knowledge of instruments and
their use. Administration of anesthetic agents and monitoring
patients while under anesthesia for procedures demanded of the
particular service.
Percentage of time
25
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