Veterinary Assistant-PHC
4 months ago
Department
website 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, 8: 5: p.m. Advertised Salary $. per hour Posting Date //4 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date //4 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 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..1.2 and can be found online at policymanual/section8/C/#p8.2._personnel_conduct .Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at policymanual/section6/C3 . Position Information Classification Title Animal Care Veterinary/Animal Science Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1. 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 Experience in handling animals in a patient care setting.
Position Summary This incumbent is responsible for the care of client-owned animals brought to the Pet Health Center for general veterinary care including spay/neuter procedures, dental, and outpatient surgery. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies This employee provides hands-on care and skills as a Veterinary Assistant while aiding in the care and treatment of patients at the Pet Health Center. Physical Demands Lift and carry up to lbs. Stand, crouch, kneel, or lift heavy patients. Work with medical equipment and isolation tools, along with cleaning solutions. 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 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 Assists Registered Veterinary Technicians in nursing care to help manage all aspects of the patient’s treatment. Perform day to day Veterinary Assistant duties in the PHC that consists of dental procedures, otic lavage, wound clipping, prepping, flushing, bandaging, casts, sedate, suture skin, catheterize, venipuncture, injections, medicating, CPR, maintaining of airway and circulatory system management, drug dosage calculations, reconstituting and administering drugs, fluids, assist clinicians with neurology examinations. Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Training 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 Pet Health Center; receiving, patient examinations, dentistry, dental radiology, obtaining specimens and testing. Stock supplies of cleaning products and patient care equipment. Insure facility cleanliness with the use of mop, broom, chemical cleaning supplies to sanitize cages/kennels, sterilize instruments using an autoclave. Percentage of time 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 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. Ability to scrub in and assist in surgical procedures. Knowledge of how to work around a sterile environment and knowledge of instruments and their use. Monitoring patients while under anesthesia for procedures demanded of the particular service. Percentage of time
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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 l@ Recruitment Contact Phone ()-9-
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