Laboratory Technician

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 Position Summary

This position will be based in the Necropsy Laboratory of the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. The main responsibilities will include assisting pathologists in conducting necropsy examinations on a variety of animal species, maintaining the Necropsy Laboratory, and processing (trimming) formalin-fixed animal tissues for histologic examinations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.

Computer skills (including working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel) and experience with digital photography.

Ability to accurately enter numerical data into the laboratory information system.

Physical Demands

Lift up to 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? 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

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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

Receive and login animal carcasses submitted for necropsy.

Assist pathologists, residents, and veterinary students during necropsy, process and dispose of animal tissues and remains.

Prepare reagents and order laboratory supplies.

Clean and maintain the necropsy facilities.

Write necropsy standard operating procedures as needed.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

Organize and trim formalin-fixed tissues for further histologic processing.

Data entry into laboratory information system and distribution of biopsy cases to pathologists.

Perform formalin recycling and periodically dispose of tissues.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Daily pickup of packages from Campus mail

Perform weekend/holiday necropsy duties as assigned.

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Section head.

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 Corey Brisson Recruitment Contact Email corey.brisson@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 7065425568

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

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