Equine & Farm Animal Clinical Vet Tech

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh seeks an Equine & Farm Animal Clinical Technician to provide high-level technical support for farm animals and equine patients, while supporting veterinary student instruction. The role collaborates with clinicians on treatments, anesthesia monitoring, and overseeing field services and inventories.

The position requires extensive mixed-animal handling experience, the ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and strong technical and communication skills under high-stress

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with physical examinations, diagnostic procedures, animal handling, and humane restraint.
• Sedation and anesthesia monitoring under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments, perform diagnostic laboratory tests, and continuously monitor patient health status.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely medical records and patient flow sheets.
• Strictly adhere to and enforce all hospital Infectious Disease Control protocols to ensure biosafety.
• Assist in training, guiding, and supervising veterinary students, interns, and house officers in clinical skills, animal restraint, and patient management procedures.
• Oversee field service vehicle management, including scheduling, routine maintenance, and inspection logs.
• Manage service inventory: monitor stock levels, order/purchase supplies, and ensure cost‑effective resource utilization.
• Ensure accurate diagnostic and treatment billing, audit flow sheets for accuracy, and reconcile service records.
• Facilitate clear communication and seamless collaboration between field services, hospital floor teams, and ancillary hospital units.
• Maintain all clinical equipment and specialized field gear, ensuring proper sanitation, calibration, and adherence to routine repair schedules.
• Keep clinical preparation areas and field response units stocked, organized, and ready for immediate deployment.

Skills

Animal handling

Sedation monitoring

Record keeping

Education

Accredited training program

Tools

Clinical equipment maintenance

Job description

NC State University in Raleigh seeks an Equine & Farm Animal Clinical Technician to provide high-level technical support for farm animals and equine patients, while supporting veterinary student instruction. The role collaborates with clinicians on treatments, anesthesia monitoring, and overseeing field services and inventories.

The position requires extensive mixed-animal handling experience, the ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and strong technical and communication skills under high-stress