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Registered Veterinary Technician-Anesthesia-PRN

University of Georgia
retirement plan
United States, Georgia, Athens
April 12, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number S09250P
Working Title Registered Veterinary Technician-Anesthesia-PRN
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-and-primary-care/hospital/
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Non-Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Part Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Schedule will be on-call basis not to exceed 20 hours per week.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience.
Posting Date 10/03/2022
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 10/31/2022
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).
Position Information


Classification Title Animal Care Veterinary/Animal Science Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 0.49
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. The RVT II will also assist the senior veterinary and veterinary technician students with anesthetic management for a variety of surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Hands-on RVT experience in a clinical setting. Current GA RVT license.
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.
Physical Demands

  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk/move intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
  • Dealing with stressful situations.
  • Manual dexterity sufficient to accurately work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/containers/machinery.

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.
  • Knowledge and familiarity of capnography, pulse oximetry, and blood pressure management for anesthetized patients in a variety of 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.
  • Ensuring the successful recovery of post-anesthesia patients.
  • Accurate maintenance of controlled drug log and anesthesia patient records.

Percentage of time 40


Duties/Responsibilities

  • Maintenance and care of anesthesia-related equipment. Stocking and maintenance of assigned crash cart.
  • Consistent performance and oversight of: stocking the prep room, preparing the work stations, upkeep and repair of anesthetic machines and monitors, keeping the Anesthesia Prep room clean and orderly.
  • Knowledge of drug handling, usage (both indications and contraindications), dosage, calculations, and routes of administration. Keep a check on expiration dates, daily inventory of controlled substances in accordance with DEA regulations and competently instruct others in drug use and dosage. Pre-medicating and inducing patients with anesthetic agents and monitoring patient status.
  • Aiding senior veterinary students with anesthetic activities (induction, instrumentation and monitoring through extubation).
  • Anticipate clinicians' needs. Triage complications and identify and treat emergencies with permission of anesthesiologist on duty.

Percentage of time 40


Duties/Responsibilities

  • Retrieve patient information and enter patient charges into hospital EMR system, Vetview.
  • Retrieve medical drugs from CUBEX machine and follow protocols when disposing controlled drugs.
  • Emergency/after hours duty on a rotating basis.

Percentage of time 20
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