Animal Health Technician - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

University of Georgia Athens, United States

1 week ago

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12008P

Working Title Animal Health Technician

Department VetMed-Vaccines & Immun Ctr

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

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.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with additional weekend and holiday work as needed.

Advertised Salary $37,000 - $48,000

Posting Date 04/29/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 06/09/2024

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 ).

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

Position Summary

This position involves previous experience in animal care, laboratory animal medicine, veterinary medicine, and/or laboratory research.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Excellent communication skills to facilitate problem resolution, receive creative feedback and direction.
Initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work in a team environment.
Knowledge of computers and ability to manage clinical records and clinical data
Knowledge of animal care and/or veterinary medicine
Animal blood collection experience
Reliability to work independently to complete job responsibilities
Learn new procedures and solve routine technical problems as needed
Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment and records
Ability to work in an enclosed environment exposed to smells, dust, and dander of a wide variety of animals including rodents, cats, dogs, guinea pigs, rabbits, birds, sheep, goats, horses, monkeys, ferrets, pigs, cows, and other large animals, small animals, and exotic animals, etc.
Remember large amount of details, know and apply UGA and regulatory agencies' policies, draw appropriate conclusions from information available.
Communicate verbally and in writing to a variety of individuals including faculty, staff, auditing agencies, etc.
See well enough to perform a physical examination and hear well enough to auscult.
Perform duties wearing Tyvek jumpsuit, two pairs of gloves, and a respirator (either N95 or powered air purifying respirator).

Physical Demands

Frequent movement between facilities
Ability to squat, kneel, reach overhead, walk stairs, and stand on ladders
Routinely lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Occasionally operating heavy equipment
Driving as needed to perform job related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

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? No

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 UGA Credit Background Check website.

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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Oversee and help execute lab animal experiments required for the laboratory's research program, which includes collecting samples from animals, planning and organizing animal sample collections and experiments, coordinating with the lab animal facilities, performing specimen collections and treatments, euthanasia procedures, and manages the clinical supply inventory and overall cleanliness and organization of lab animal space.
Anesthetizes animals, including determining and dispensing of pre-anesthetic drugs, establishing airway for gas anesthesia, monitoring patient during surgery, recovery, etc.

Percentage of time 70 Duties/Responsibilities

Ensure regulatory compliance in relation to animal experiments, which includes animal protocol preparation and renewal and controlled substance management.
Ensure research data from experiments is properly documented and audited.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with the rearing of Anopheline mosquitoes including but not limited to keeping all paperwork necessary for tracking the health of the colony, communicating to stakeholders when problems arrive, coordinating the use of mosquitoes for all members in the experiments, and performing the day-to-day maintenance/processes of rearing multiple Anopheline colonies.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Train other personnel on specimen collection procedures with lab animals.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Dr. Chester Joyner

Recruitment Contact Email

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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