LVT I

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S13921P

Working Title LVT I - 24/7 Care, PRN

Department VetMed-VTH Sm Animal Intermed

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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 (http://vet.uga.edu/principles-of-community/" target="_blank">http://vet.uga.edu/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 Non-Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Part Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

PRN shifts within 24/7 Care Area

Advertised Salary $17.78 per hour, plus shift differentials based on hours worked

Posting Date 07/23/2025

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 08/17/2025

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 (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Position Information

Classification Title Animal Care Veterinary/Animal Science Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA Non-Exempt

FTE .49

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

Experienced LVT able to work within Small Animal Emergency room, ICU or Intermediate Care required.
Preferred experience with Infectious Disease care within an Isolation unit
Preferred ability to work weekends, overnight shifts and holidays

Position Summary

The Intermediate Care LVT is responsible for providing 24 hour nursing care to patients that are recovering from surgery or illness and are in the process of being released to return home to their owners.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Licensed or ability to be licensed as a Licensed Veterinary Technician within the state of Georgia.

Able to utilize technical skills on all levels of patients that are recovering with the following:

• Collection of blood, urine by expression, cystocentesis or catheterization
• Collection and preparation of tissue, cellular, or microbiological samples by skin scraping, impressions
• Routine laboratory test procedures
• Radiology including settings, positioning, processing, and safety
• Intravenous and arterial catheterization
• Administration and application of treatments, drugs, fluids, medications and immunological agents by oral, parenteral and injectable routes.
• Induction and maintenance of anesthesia
• Placement of intra-nasal, intra-gastric tubes
• Euthanasia
• Resuscitative procedures
• Applications of splints and slings
• Application of appropriate wound dressings and external supportive care in severe wound and burn cases.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
• Manual dexterity to work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/containers/machinery.
• Wear all protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles etc.
• Work with wound care equipment, cleaning solutions, and other materials to prevent infections.

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 UGA Credit Background Check website.

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 UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Patient Management: manages all aspects of the patient's treatment and care.
• Informs attending clinician on any change or decomposition of the patient's condition in an informed and timely manner.
• Provides intermediate animal care to patients: walk, water, feed, transport, restrain, groom.
• Administers medication, monitor vital signs, take samples of bodily fluids, whether blood or urine.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintains clinical records via written chart recording and input of charges into proprietary software database.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

• Stock supplies of cleaning products and patient care equipment.
• Ensure facility cleanliness with the use of mop, broom, chemical cleaning supplies to sanitize cages and cleaning the floor.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Kris Mitchell

Recruitment Contact Email Krista.Mitchell@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone (706)542-4459

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

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