Hands-On Emergency Vet Assistant

Alliance Animal Health; Vass (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401k & matching

Life & supplemental insurance

HSA & FSA

Paid vacation and sick time

Bereavement program

Parental leave

CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Job summary

Small Animal Emergency Services in Vass, NC seeks a Veterinary Technician Assistant to assist veterinarians and vet techs in a busy emergency setting. You will prepare exam rooms, restrain animals for procedures, monitor recovering patients, and help with basic lab work and radiographs.

The role requires the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, with long shifts and lifting up to 40 lbs. Training and development opportunities are available as part of our supportive team.

Qualifications

• Basic familiarity with animal anatomy, physiology, and common veterinary terminology.
• Compassionate and calm team player.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple patients.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in sample collection and medical history intake; radiographs & anesthesia monitoring bonus.
• On-the-job training is common; vocational certification can be an asset.
• Must stand for long periods and lift 40 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Restraint: Safely and securely hold animals for examinations, blood draws, injections, IVC placements, and radiographs.
• Husbandry: Feed, walk, bathe, and monitor hospitalized animals, reporting changes to the medical team.
• Treatments: Administer medications as prescribed; assist on request during shifts.
• Prep: Prepare animals for surgical procedures and position for X-rays.
• After Surgery: Clean up surgery and restock post procedures.
• Lab Work: Prepare biological samples and assist with basic diagnostics.
• Sanitation: Sterilize instruments, clean tables, wash laundry, disinfect kennels and cages.
• Facility: Stock exam and treatment areas with supplies.

Skills

Animal anatomy

Compassionate team player

Multi-tasking

Restraint of animals

Strong communication

Lab sample handling

Willingness to learn

Stamina for long shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational certification (asset)

Job description

Small Animal Emergency Services in Vass, NC seeks a Veterinary Technician Assistant to assist veterinarians and vet techs in a busy emergency setting. You will prepare exam rooms, restrain animals for procedures, monitor recovering patients, and help with basic lab work and radiographs.

The role requires the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, with long shifts and lifting up to 40 lbs. Training and development opportunities are available as part of our supportive team.