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Job description
Job Information
Posting Number: S14753P
Working Title: LVT I - Cardiology
Department: VetMed-VTH Small Anim Spc Srvc
Classification Title: Licensed Veterinary Tech I
Employment Details
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday, 8 hour shifts between the hours of 7:30am – 6pm
Advertised Salary: $17.78 - $25.00 per hour based on experience
Posting Date: 02/20/2026
Open until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 03/29/2026
Location: Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( ).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and valid state licensure.
Preferred Qualifications: Licensed Veterinary Technician with experience in a surgery based hospital setting.
Knoweldge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
Licensed Veterinary Technician qualification with active license
Interact and effectively communicate with a variety of personnel and display excellent interpersonal skills
Apply common sense when carrying out verbal and written instructions
Work in a fast paced environment
Exhibit attention to detail
Understand advanced medical terminology
Physical Demands
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
Work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/containers/machinery.
Wear all protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles etc.
Work for long periods of time with arms extended.
Responsibilities
Perform physical exams, technician appointments, patient restraint, intravenous catheterization, and routine laboratory procedures. Acquire indirect blood pressure. Collection of blood, effusions, urine by expression, cystocentesis or catheterization. Administration and application of treatments, drugs, fluids, and medications by oral, parenteral and injectable routes. (40%)
Set up and assist with paracentesis, echocardiogram, electrocardiogram (ECG), interventional radiology procedures, electrocardioversion, and surgical procedures. Review Holtor monitor tracings. (30%)
Client communication in person and via phone or e-mail. Acquire diagnostic ECG tracings. Preparation and application of a Holtor monitor and telemetry. (20%)
Euthanasia assistance and emergency resuscitation procedures. (10%)
Additional Information
Driving Responsibility: No
Position of Trust: Yes
Financial Resources: No
Requires P-Card: No
Direct interaction or care of children under 18: Yes
Security Access: Yes
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.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials, 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.
Contact Information
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Kris Mitchell
Recruitment Contact Email:
Recruitment Contact Phone:
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Worksite address
athens, GA, 30604, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.