Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant

North Carolina State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina State University’s Veterinary Hospital seeks an Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant to provide direct clinical and husbandry support for admitted patients. The role emphasizes daily monitoring, administering treatments, triage during emergencies, and strict biosecurity practices in a busy ambulatory and hospital setting.

The position requires experience with large animal care, strong communication, and ability to collaborate with clinicians, technicians, and hospital

Qualifications

• Experience with equine and/or farm animals in a clinical, agricultural, or veterinary setting.
• Proficiency in large animal restraint, basic physical exam concepts, and recognizing distress or status changes.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and husbandry for equine and farm animal patients.
• Monitor treatments, vital signs, and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Maintain biosecurity, sanitation, and stock in treatment areas and stalls.
• Support inventory, record-keeping, billing accuracy, and collaboration with hospital services.

Skills

Experience with equine/farm animals

Large animal restraint

Basic physical exams

Observation of distress signs

Strong communication skills

Job description

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG195288SP

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant

Anticipated Hiring Range $41,000 - $44,400

Work Schedule Monday-Friday, hours TBD, holidays and on call required

Job Location Raleigh, NC

Department 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

About The Department

Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation's highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks And Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer

• Medical , Dental , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant provides direct clinical, emergency, and husbandry support for all patients admitted to the Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center. Operating as a core member of the patient care team, this role is responsible for daily monitoring, administering treatments, performing triage during emergency caseloads, and ensuring strict adherence to biosecurity and infectious disease protocols. The position involves close collaboration with clinicians, veterinary technicians, and hospital administrative teams to deliver high-quality large animal care and ensure smooth daily operations.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Provide direct patient care and husbandry for equine and farm animal patients.
• Execute scheduled hourly treatments, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring.
• Assist veterinarians with physical examinations, clinical procedures, diagnostic workups, and safe animal handling/restraint.
• Perform initial triage and treatment assistance for emergency and critical care cases as needed.

Infection Control & Facility Maintenance

• Maintain strict compliance with all hospital biosecurity and Infectious Disease Control protocols to protect staff, students, and patients.
• Clean, sanitize, and stock patient stalls, treatment areas, and procedure rooms.
• Maintain clinical supplies and hospital equipment; identify maintenance needs and manage equipment repair schedules.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Assist with inventory control, including monitoring stock levels, supply ordering, and purchasing.
• Audit and update patient flow sheets and clinical medical records for accuracy.
• Ensure correct fee capture and client billing for procedures and supplies used.
• Maintain clear, professional communication and collaboration with ancillary services (lab, pharmacy, radiology) and other hospital departments.

Schedule & Coverage Responsibilities

• Participate in the team's on-call schedule, weekend rotations, and holiday coverage as required by hospital caseload and department needs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Prior experience working with equine and/or farm animal species in a clinical, agricultural, or veterinary setting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in large animal restraint, basic physical exam concepts, and recognizing signs of distress or changing patient status.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary