Daytime ER Vet Tech/Assistant – Growth & Benefits

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonus program

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Continuing education allowance

Six paid holidays

Job summary

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our emergency team. This is a full-time opportunity with primarily daytime hours, occasional weekend rotation, and a collaborative ER environment.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, plus 401(k) matching, tuition support, pet discounts, and a strong emphasis on professional growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant preferred, ideally in emergency or small animal practice.
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and radiographs preferred.
• A strong work ethic, dependability, and a positive attitude.
• Compassion for pets and their families, especially in urgent situations.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in emergency medicine.
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and team-minded in a fast-paced setting.
• Availability for a weekend rotation, which can be every other weekend.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance.
• Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and veterinary technicians with patient care
• Triage and admit emergency patients
• Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters
• Monitor hospitalized patients and record vitals
• Administer medications and treatments as directedTake diagnostic radiographs
• Enter charges and help keep patient flow moving
• Communicate with compassion and clarity to clients during stressful situations

Skills

Emergency care

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiographs

Patient monitoring

Tools

Radiography equipment

Medical records system

Job description

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our emergency team. This is a full-time opportunity with primarily daytime hours, occasional weekend rotation, and a collaborative ER environment.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, plus 401(k) matching, tuition support, pet discounts, and a strong emphasis on professional growth and teamwork.