Veterinary Assistant - LA 24/7 Care, PRN

Access Community Health Centers; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant for their Large Animal Hospital. The role involves providing care for large animals, maintaining clinical records, and ensuring cleanliness in the facility. Candidates should have technical knowledge in animal care and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship or education.
• Experience in a large animal veterinary care clinic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinary staff by providing large animal care and maintaining clinical records.
• Administer medication and monitor vital signs.

Skills

Proper animal handling and restraint

Effective communication

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of animal anatomy and health signs

Education

2-year degree or professional certificate

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - LA 24/7 Care, PRN

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Posting Details

• Posting Number: S13648P
• Working Title: Veterinary Assistant - LA 24/7 Care, PRN
• Department: VetMed-VTH Large Animal Hosp
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Part/Full Time: Part Time
• Work Schedule: PRN shifts within the unit.
• Salary: $16.78 per hour, plus an additional $3.50 per hour depending on the unit
• Posting Date: 05/22/2025
• Open until filled: Yes
• Proposed Starting Date: 06/22/2025

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 university is ranked among the top 20 public universities in the U.S. News & World Report. Located in Athens, it employs approximately 3,100 faculty and over 7,700 staff, with an enrollment of more than 41,000 students.

About the College/Unit/Department

The College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services, and conducting research to improve animal and human health. It features advanced facilities and is committed to public health and safety.

Position Details

• Classification Title: Animal Care Veterinary/Animal Science Paraprofessional/Professional
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FTE: 0.49
• Minimum Qualifications: Technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a large animal veterinary care clinic, excellent communication skills, ability to maintain high customer service standards.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Vet Assistant is to support veterinary staff by providing large animal care, maintaining clinical records, and ensuring facility cleanliness. Establishing effective working relationships and demonstrating animal handling skills are essential.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proper animal handling and restraint
• Effective communication
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with confidentiality and customer service focus
• Knowledge of animal anatomy and health signs

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Sit, stoop, bend on hard surfaces
• Manual dexterity
• Wear protective gear
• Work with animal fluids and open wounds

Additional Information

This position involves direct patient care, including administering medication, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining records. It requires physical stamina and animal handling skills.