LVT I - Cardiology

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 24,493 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician I for their Veterinary Medicine – Cardiology department in Athens, GA. The role includes performing physical exams, administering treatments, and client communication. Candidates should have a high school diploma, valid state licensure, and preferably experience in a surgery-based hospital. This full-time position offers a salary range of $17.78 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience, with a Monday to Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and valid state licensure.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician with experience in a surgery‑based hospital setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and exhibit attention to detail.
• Knowledge of advanced medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams, technician appointments, patient restraint.
• Administer treatments, drugs, fluids, and medications.
• Communicate with clients in person, by phone, or e‑mail.
• Assist in euthanasia and emergency resuscitation procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid state licensure

Experience in surgery-based hospital setting

Job description

LVT I - Cardiology

Posting Number: S14753P

Position: Licensed Veterinary Technician I

Department: Veterinary Medicine – Cardiology

Location: Athens, GA

Salary: $17.78 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 hour shifts between 7:30am – 6pm

Employment Type: Full Time, FTE 1.0

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams, technician appointments, patient restraint.
• Perform patient sedation, intravenous catheterization, routine laboratory procedures, venipuncture, and indirect blood pressure.
• Obtain urine via expression, cystocentesis, or catheterization.
• Administer treatments, drugs, fluids, and medications by oral, parenteral, and injectable routes.
• Communicate with clients in person, by phone, or e‑mail.
• Acquire diagnostic ECG tracings, prepare and apply Holter monitors and telemetry.
• Set up and assist with paracentesis, echocardiogram, electrocardiogram, interventional radiology, electrocardioversion, oxygen cage, and surgical procedures.
• Review Holter monitor tracings.
• Assist in euthanasia and emergency resuscitation procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and valid state licensure.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician with experience in a surgery‑based hospital setting (preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and exhibit attention to detail.
• Knowledge of advanced medical terminology.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Alternate sitting, standing, stooping, bending, walking on hard floors.
• Handle small delicate equipment and large heavy objects.
• Wear protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles.
• Work for extended periods with arms extended.

EEO 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.