Small Animal Emergency Veterinary Assistant

NC State University; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University’s CVM Teaching Hospital seeks a Small Animal Emergency Veterinary Assistant to support around-the-clock emergency care for companion animals, with on-site duties and a strong team focus. The role requires completion of an accredited program and may involve lifting to 50 pounds, with on-call and holiday requirements.

Anticipated hiring range is $47,200–$53,100, with competitive benefits. This on-site position is in a teaching hospital environment, offering opportunities to

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program in veterinary assistance or equivalent.
• Experience with hospital documentation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform triage, initial assessment, stabilization, emergency treatments, CPR, and monitoring of critical patients.
• Provide nursing care including venipuncture, catheter placement, transfusions, oxygen therapy, ECG, and monitoring.
• Perform/assist in in-house testing, radiographs, ultrasound, and pre-surgical stabilization.
• Coordinate care with clients and teams; document in HIS; support billing and referrals.
• Orient/train staff; maintain safe hospital environment; enforce safety and infection control.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with/without accommodations.

Education

Accredited veterinary assistant program

Tools

Electronic veterinary medical records

Job description

Small Animal Emergency Veterinary Assistant

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.

Anticipated Hiring Range $47,200-$53,100

Work Schedule

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

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 Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

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

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

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

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.

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

Valid NC Driver's License required No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Position Number

00105823

Position Type

SHRA

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

Time Limited Position

No

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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