On-Call Team Member

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking an On-Call Team Member for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital’s small animal surgery area in Athens. This role requires taking after-hours and weekend on-call duties and providing support in the operating room to assist surgeons as needed.

Team members must be able to respond quickly, report with clean scrubs, and maintain safety around surgical environments. This is an employee position with on-site responsibilities and unpredictable on-call hours.

Qualifications

• Able to respond within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
• Team members provide clean scrubs available for a shift.
• Show comfort with working safely around environmental aspects common in the surgery room including open incisions, blood, and other bodily fluids.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in the operating room, which include:
• Setting up the surgical suite for surgery
• Prepping the Patient for surgery
• Attending to needs of surgeon during surgery
• Cleaning surgical suite post- surgery

Skills

Respond within 30 minutes

Clean scrubs available

Surgical environment safety

Job description

Position Details

Posting Number G/R34092P

Working Title On-Call Team Member

Department VetMed-VTH Sm Animal Op Rm

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 3,200 faculty and more than 7,900 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 44,000 students including over 33,000 undergraduates and over 11,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 20 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine and the Victoria Kay Investor School of Nursing.

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/).

College/Unit/Department website https://vet.uga.edu/hospital-and-primary-care/hospital/

Employment Type Employee

Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary $14.30 per hour Anticipated Start Date 01/04/2027 Posting Date 11/12/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement

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. 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.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform duties in the operating room, which include:
• Setting up the surgical suite for surgery
• Prepping the Patient for surgery
• Attending to needs of surgeon during surgery
• Cleaning surgical suite post- surgery

Percentage of time 100

Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE .49 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

The duty of the On-Call Team Member will be to take after hours and weekend on-call duties for small animal surgery. This position will take the place of operating room nurses to handle emergency nights, weekend and holiday on-call for the operating room.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Able to respond within 30 minutes of receiving a call, and be available to report to duty.
• Team members will be able to provide clean scrubs available for a shift.
• Show comfort with working safely around environmental aspects common in the surgery room including open incisions, blood, and other bodily fluids.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds assisted.
• Sit, stand, stoop, and bend intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
• Wear all protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, and safety goggles.
• Work for long periods of time with arms extended.

Security and Background Investigation

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 Is driving a requirement 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 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.

Recruitment Contact

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Drew Clements Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone [phone]

Applicant Documents

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

Optional Documents