Small Animal Emergency Veterinary Assistant

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition & Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Small Animal Emergency Veterinary Assistant for the CVM Teaching Hospital in Raleigh, NC. This role provides around-the-clock critical care support, triage, stabilization, and high-acuity patient management in a teaching hospital setting.

The position involves collaboration with board-certified specialists, students, and veterinary staff. On-site work with rotating holidays and on-call duties is required, with comprehensive benefits offered by the Wolfpack

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited veterinary assistant training program.
• Equivalent training or experience may be considered.
• Experience mentoring or teaching students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Emergency triage, patient assessment, stabilization, CPR, and monitoring of critical patients.
• Nursing care including venipuncture, catheter placement, transfusions, pain management, and fluids.
• Diagnostics and procedures: in-house lab, radiographs, ultrasound, minor surgery support.
• Coordinate care with clients, referring veterinarians, students, interns, residents, clinicians; document in hospital systems.
• Train and coach staff and students; maintain a clean, safe clinical environment.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Mentoring students

Electronic medical records

Education

Accredited veterinary assistant training program

Tools

Electronic veterinary medical record systems

Job description

Posting Number:

PG195229SP

Internal Recruitment:

No

Working Title:

Small Animal Emergency Veterinary Assistant

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$47,200-$53,100

Work Schedule:

TBD, holidays, weekends and on call required. Mandatory on site.

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department:

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 Propositionand 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!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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 Small Animal Emergency service at NC State Veterinary Hospital provides around-the-clock, critical care for companion animals facing urgent medical crises. Supported by advanced diagnostic technology and board-certified specialists, the clinical team delivers rapid stabilization and specialized treatment for high-acuity veterinary patients.

• Emergency & Triage Care: Perform primary triage, patient assessment, stabilization, emergency treatments, CPR/life-saving interventions, and ongoing monitoring of critical and emergent patients.
• Advanced Patient Care: Provide skilled nursing care including venipuncture and catheter placement, transfusions, oxygen therapy, ECG, urinary and feeding tube management, wound care, anesthesia/sedation, pain management, fluid therapy, and care of complex medical, neurologic, trauma, respiratory, toxicologic, and extracorporeal patients.
• Diagnostics & Procedures: Perform and assist with diagnostic testing and emergency procedures, including in-house laboratory testing, blood gases, radiographs, ultrasound, drug screening, minor surgery, and pre-surgical stabilization. Safely calculate and administer high-risk medications, CRIs, fluids, and treatment therapies.
• Communication & Coordination: Coordinate patient care and workflow with clients, referring veterinarians, students, interns, residents, clinicians, and specialty services. Document and communicate patient information, diagnostics, treatments, and plans through hospital information systems while providing billing and referral support.
• Teaching, Safety & Hospital Operations: Orient, train, and coach staff and veterinary students while maintaining a clean, safe, and functional clinical environment. Follow hospital, infection control, OSHA, EHS, radiation safety, and other applicable policies and effectively utilize specialized emergency and patient-care equipment.

Work Environment:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

Other Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education:

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a veterinary assistant in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively train, mentor, or support veterinary students, new team members, or clinical staff in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Experience using electronic veterinary medical record systems to document patient care, coordinate treatment plans, and communicate with multidisciplinary clinical teams.

Required License or Certification:

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required:

No

Commercial Driver's License Required?:

No

Job Open Date:

09/25/2026

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.):

10/02/2026

Special Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Number:

00105823

Position Type:

SHRA

Position Classification Band Title:

Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level:

Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range:

$ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency:

MH09

Alternate Option:

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.00

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position:

No

Department Id:

192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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