Registered Veterinary Technician- Anesthesia
Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: October 12, 2024
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S07465P
Working Title
Registered Veterinary Technician- Anesthesia
Department
VetMed-VTH Sm Animal Anesthes
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 (). The proof is in our more than
235 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 3,000
faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's
enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000
undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.
Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a
medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA
Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
https://vet.uga.edu/hospital-clinic/hospital/
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Day time hours with expectation to work some holidays, weekends and
on call shifts that may include evening and afterhours work when
called in.
Advertised Salary
$37,280-$52,280
Posting Date
04/28/2023
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
05/28/2023
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@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26
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 8.2.18.1.2
and can be found online at .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online
at .
Position Information
Classification Title
Animal Care Veterinary/Animal Science
Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.0
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
Licensed Veterinary Technician with experience in a surgery based
hospital setting.
Position Summary
The primary purpose and function of the Veterinary Technician is to
support veterinarians in ensuring quality veterinary care,
advocating for pets and educating clients. For Anesthesia, the RVT
assists the senior veterinary and veterinary technician students
with anesthetic management for a variety of surgical and diagnostic
procedures. Performing and teaching competent catheter (venous,
arterial, urinary) placement, regional anesthetic nerve blocks and
intubation skills in a variety of species.
Ensuring the successful recovery of post anesthesia patients.
Accurate maintenance of controlled drug log and anesthesia patient
records. Maintenance and care of anesthesia related equipment.
Stocking and maintenance of assigned crash cart.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Work in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating excellent
customer service, high degree of confidentiality, openness to
teaching and providing consultation to a variety of
stakeholders.
Knowledge and familiarity of capnography, pulse oximetry, and blood
pressure management for anesthetized patients in a variety of large
and small animals/species.
Basic knowledge of the pharmacological effects of a variety of
anesthetic and pain management agents.
Performing and teaching competent catheter (venous, arterial,
urinary) placement, regional anesthetic nerve blocks, and
intubation skills in a variety of species.
Physical Demands
1. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
2. Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions, deal
with problems with concrete variables and draw appropriate/accurate
conclusions.
3. Sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day
on hard floor surfaces.
4. Dealing with stressful situations.
5. Manual dexterity sufficient to accurately work with small,
delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy
objects/containers/machinery.
6. Wear all protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet,
safety goggles etc.
7. Work for long periods of time with arms extended.
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 .
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 .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Assist the senior veterinary and veterinary technician students
with anesthetic management for a variety of surgical and diagnostic
procedures with both large and small animal.
Use of a variety of anesthetic and pain management agents.
Performing and teaching competent catheter (venous, arterial,
urinary) placement, regional anesthetic nerve blocks, and
intubation skills in a variety of species.
Ensuring the successful recovery of post anesthesia patients.
Accurate maintenance of controlled drug log and anesthesia patient
records. Appropriate and legal handling of controlled
substances.
Ensuring the proper charges for anesthesia cases, as well as
submitting and checking lab work and imaging results through the
hospital computer system.
Emergency/after hours duty is needed on a rotating basis.
Percentage of time
50
Duties/Responsibilities
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.
Percentage of time
25
Duties/Responsibilities
Maintenance and care of anesthesia related equipment. Stocking,
cleaning and maintenance of the anesthesia prep area, crash carts
and ORs.
Percentage of time
25
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