Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number |
S11946P |
Working Title |
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN |
Department |
VetMed-Athens Diagnostic Lab |
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 . |
College/Unit/Department website |
Vet.uga.edu/dlab |
Posting Type |
External |
Retirement Plan |
TRS |
Employment Type |
Employee |
Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
Full/Part time |
Full Time |
Work Schedule |
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Additional Schedule Information |
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Occasional Saturday hours as needed |
Advertised Salary |
Commensurate with experience |
Posting Date |
04/18/2024 |
Open until filled |
Yes |
Closing Date |
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Proposed Starting Date |
06/01/2024 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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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 |
Laboratory Paraprofessional/Professional |
FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
FTE |
1.00 |
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 |
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Position Summary |
Individual in this position will assist in veterinary diagnostic microbiology work. Specific duties include general laboratory maintenance, processing a wide variety of animal specimens for bacterial and fungal culture,
DNA extraction,
PCR, meticulous record keeping, data entry. |
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Knowledge of aseptic (sterile) techniques.
- Knowledge and skills in the culture and identification of bacterial, fungal isolates.
- Ability to accurately observe/interpret test results and report them using laboratory information software.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to manage time well and carefully follow both written and verbal instructions.
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Physical Demands |
- Excellent manual dexterity.
- Lift with assistance up to 50lbs, and unassisted up to 30lbs.
- See details and colors to correctly interpret laboratory results.
- Normal laboratory environment including exposure to chemicals and odors.
- Stand for extended periods of time.
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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? |
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 . |
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 |
- Perform test procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of bacterial, viral and fungal diseases of animals.
- Evaluate submission forms to determine the appropriate tests for each specimen. Includes Bacteriology, Mycology, and Molecular; Call clinics to clarify ambiguous test requests.
- Set up the specimen on the appropriate test media and incubate at appropriate temperature and atmosphere.
- Prepare and examine cytospin gram stains.
- Perform bacterial isolation, identification and susceptibility testing
- Enter preliminary and final results into Vetview.
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Percentage of time |
80 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
General laboratory Maintenance
Task group 1:
- Autoclave biohazard waste
- Wash glassware and plasticware as needed.
- Rotate sample and tissue storage on a weekly and monthly basis
- Prepare Fresh disinfectant solution for all workstations weekly.
- Clean Biosafety Cabinets room 141 and 139- weekly
- Clean anaerobic containers monthly
- Rotate filed paperwork and package for shredding monthly
Task group 2:
- Maintain QC organisms- Weekly/ Monthly
- Maintain MS E. coli - Daily/Weekly
- Gram stain QC- Weekly
- Vitek 2 maintanance- Monthly
- Kirby Bauer QC- weekly
- Media QC as needed
- Prepare media as needed
- Prepare Salmonella serotype shipment for NVSL- Monthly
Task group 3:
- Check CO2- Daily change tank as needed
- Aerospray TB maintenance- Daily/ Weekly
- Previcolor maintenance- Daily/ Weekly Form
- Check Bactec- Daily Form
- Change MS Dessicant- Weekly
- Inspect eyewashes- Weekly
- Monitor Waste containers and order pick-up as needed.
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Percentage of time |
20 |
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