Registered Veterinary Technician

Allianceanimal; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Allianceanimal is hiring a Veterinary Technician in Wilmington, NC. This role involves animal restraint, lab sample collection, and nursing care. Candidates should be registered veterinary technicians with strong customer service skills and a positive attitude. The position offers competitive compensation, paid vacation, sick time, and various educational benefits. If you're eager to advance your career in veterinary medicine, this is the perfect opportunity.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience preferred but not required.
• High work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate clearly and interpret medical records.
• Willingness to accept constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples for diagnostics.
• Manage and provide nursing care for medical cases.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients.

Skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Ability to restrain pets safely

Knowledge in preventative care and surgical procedures

Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring

Education

Registered veterinary technician

Job description

Veterinary Technician position at Paws & Claws Animal Hospital, located in Wilmington, NC.

Job Duties

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• A registered veterinary technician, 1+ years experience preferred but not required
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• Saturday availability
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Additional Information

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.