Veterinary Assistant-Rehabilitation

Posting Details

Posting Number: S14155P

Working Title:

Veterinary Assistant-Rehabilitation
Department:
Vet Med-VTH Small Anim Spc Srvc
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time:
Full Time

Work Schedule:

8am-5pm, Monday-Friday, and may vary as business dictates.

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. 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.

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. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

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Classification

Title:

Veterinary Assistant I
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.0

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to properly handle and restrain canines that may be anxious
• Have an understanding of basic animal health terminology
• Experience in a customer care environment and use of effective communication skills
• Fear Free certified

Position Summary:

This position will interact with internal and external clients to service the rehabilitation of patients within the hospital. In addition to providing animal care via feed, water, walk, transport, restrain, groom. Stock designated area s supplies, maintain clinical records, assure facility cleanliness. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Assist veterinary staff with animal care.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or

Competencies:

Ability to properly handle and restrain various species of animals, understanding of basic animal health terminology, and effective communication skills.

Physical Demands:

- Handle stressful situations involving animals that may need assistance walking.

- Prolonged standing, crouching or kneeling, squatting.

- Lift heavy patients that may exceed 50 pounds.

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? 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…