Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician

Wilson Veterinary Hospital; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Medical plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Life insurance

Job summary

Wilson Veterinary Hospital in Elm City, north of Wilson, NC, seeks an Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our team of doctors and staff. We are a full-service facility offering medical, surgical, dental, and preventative care for valued patients.

You will work with a range of animals, gain diverse clinical experience, and contribute to community health. Minimum 1-year veterinary experience is required, with opportunities to learn and grow on a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary experience
• Ability to work with sick animals and potentially hazardous materials
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Client communication
• Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs
• Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work
• Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
• Assisting in taking radiographs
• Giving IV & IM injections
• Dispensing controlled drugs
• Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
• Monitor surgical procedures
• Lab diagnostics
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Client communication

Triaging patients

Diagnostic testing

Surgical assistance

IV/IM injections

Lab diagnostics

Teamwork

Computer proficiency

Job description

Description

Wilson Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our team of experienced doctors and staff.

We are a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Elm City, north of Wilson, NC. The professional and courteous staff at Wilson Veterinary Hospital seek to provide the best possible medical, surgical, dental, and preventative care for their highly valued patients.

We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. We strive to offer excellence in veterinary care to all of our patients.

At Wilson Vet you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of animals and gain experience treating a range of conditions. You will contribute to the overall health and well-being of animals in your community and work with a team who shares your passion. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow as a professional.

Minimum of 1-year previous experience in veterinary medicine required.

Duties:

• Client communication
• Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.
• Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work
• Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
• Assisting in taking radiographs
• Giving IV & IM injections
• Dispensing controlled drugs
• Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
• Monitor Surgical procedures.
• Lab Diagnostics
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.
• Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
• Ability to provide high quality customer service.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift patients up to 40lbs throughout the workday with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push and squat

Education and Experience:

• At least one year of veterinary experience as an assistant or technician preferred.

Perks and benefits include:

• Tuition assistance
• A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Dental and vision coverage available
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting
• Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available
• Paid time off / holidays
• Health Savings Account available
• Short term disability available
• Supplemental critical illness and accident plans available
• Uniform allowance
• Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians
• Employee assistance program

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.