LVT I - LA 24/7 Care

Ugajobsearch; Kentucky; On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia’s Large Animal Teaching Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician I to provide nursing care for large animal patients during 8:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m. shifts Thursday–Saturday, including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities include vitals, sample collection, anesthesia support, radiology, drug administration, and assisting clinicians and students. Requires state licensure and experience with large animals; shift differentials and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with the state of Georgia.
• Experience handling large animals.
• Proficient in prioritizing and completing treatments/patient care duties in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

• Patient care management and treatments.
• Assist clinicians with patient management and emergencies.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Experience with large animals

Prioritizing patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LVT I - LA 24/7 Care

Posting Details

Posting Number S14308P

Working Title LVT I - LA 24/7 Care

Department VetMed-VTH Large Animal Hosp

About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.

Posting Type External Retirement Plan

Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Thursday-Saturday 8:00 p.m.-8:00 a.m. shifts within the Large Animal 24/7 Care unit that include overnights, weekends, holidays, and on‑call plus shift differentials based on hours worked.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience.

Posting Date 10/29/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 11/23/2025 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 ( [e-mail] ).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02 . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .

Position Information Classification

Title Licensed Veterinary Tech I

FLSA Non-Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and valid state licensure

Preferred Qualifications

Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician within a large animal medical hospital/practice.

Position Summary

Provide nursing care to patients in the Large Animal Teaching Hospital. Licensed Veterinary Technicians work to fulfill the following within the course of caring for patients: taking vitals such as blood pressure, temperature, 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; dental procedures; surgical assistance; resuscitative procedures; applications of splints and slings; application of appropriate wound dressings and external supportive care in severe wound and burn cases.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with the state of Georgia
• Experience handling large animals
• Proficient in prioritizing and completing treatments/patient care duties in a timely fashion.
• Knowledge of commonly used medications and their appropriate routes of administration/doses.
• Proficient and comfortable performing independently and instructing students in the following: physical exam; IV catheter placement/use/management; Nasogastric intubation/accurately checking for reflux/administering enteral fluids; IM/SQ/PO medication administration; IV fluid administration/set-up/calculation of rate/ CRI /refluxing vs. fluids/ PPN .

Physical Demands

1. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds. 2. Carry out instructions, deal with problems with concrete variables and draw appropriate/accurate conclusions. 3. May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces. 4. Working with stressful situations.

Position Responsibilities

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

• Patient care management and treatments. 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. Medical record keeping. Oversee patient management by Veterinary Assistants.
• Perform technical duties in a reliable, competent, and unsupervised manner, such as intravenous catherization, venipuncture, collection of laboratory specimens, routine laboratory procedures, operate oxygen therapy equipment, disease control, nasogastric intubation, aseptic preparation of surgical sites, administering and maintaining records for controlled substances.
• Assist with minor & major surgical procedures including supervising veterinary medical students, surgical technical student workers, & clinicians in maintenance of aseptic techniques.
• Assist clinicians with patient management and emergencies.
• Maintaining adequate inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment necessary for operation of hospital.
• Communicating patient status to clinicians.
• Admit emergency patients, take and record history from client, initiate physical examination and laboratory evaluation.
• Work in other technical areas of the hospital.
• Train students in technical procedures.
• Assist clinicians with patient management and emergencies.

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 [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone [phone]

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

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