Student Worker-Safety Unit
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. The main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, with enrollment exceeding 41,000 students.
About the 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 and people. The college benefits pets, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. It is equipped with advanced facilities and studies emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.
College of Veterinary Medicine website
Responsibilities
- Collecting and exchanging dosimetry badges
- Regular inspection of safety-related equipment
- Collection of biowaste
- Assist with day-to-day activities in the office
- Special projects as assigned
Requirements
- Preferred experience in a large and small animal care facility
- Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal instruction
- Attention to detail
- Willing to work outside under all types of conditions
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Work independently
- Work around medical waste including blood and biological hazardous waste
Pay
$12 per hour
Schedule
Flexible throughout the week or weekend. Up to 20 hours per week.