Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal Health; Swansboro (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Bereavement

Parental Leave

CE Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Job summary

Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Center in Swansboro, NC seeks a veterinary assistant to join a 24/7 emergency team. The role includes triage, lab work, imaging, nursing care, and client communication.

Must have at least 1 year of experience and be able to restrain animals. Benefits include training opportunities and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 1+ year veterinary assistant experience.
• Compassionate, calm team player.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must restrain pets properly.
• Proficiency in sample collection, histories, lab tests and radiographs; anesthesia monitoring is a bonus.
• Self-starter eager to advance knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples; perform radiographs.
• Provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized cases.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients.
• Assist in surgical prep and anesthesia management.

Skills

Pet restraint

Team player

Multitask

Sample collection

Radiographs

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Job description

Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Centeris a 24/7 emergency practice in coastal Swansboro, NC. We prioritize progressive, high-quality medicine with a strong focus on education and mentorship. We encourage cooperation between all members of the staff and hold monthly DVM meetings that are open to our technicians. Our collaborative team environment includes daily shift-change rounds, case review submissions from all staff, and more!

We’re equipped with advanced diagnostics and tools including: DR radiographs, ultrasound, endoscopy, IDEXX lab equipment, VetFlex ICU oxygen cages, digital cytology, a donor blood bank, Cubex inventory management, and Vetspire software. Our support staff includes RVTs, assistants, kennel techs, and CSRs, all contributing to a smooth workflow.

We have a fully functional break room that is stocked monthly with snacks and drinks and a hospital support kitty for comfort and laughs (Gus would love another human treat dispenser!). We emphasize not only a fun supportive team culture but also encourage work-life balance with flexible scheduling and protected time off. Burnout in veterinary medicine is real, and we want to help you love veterinary medicine. Enjoy your time off at any of the many local beaches or, if you are interested in more city adventures, Raleigh and Wilmington are both 2 hours or less away!

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage 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

• An experienced Veterinary Assistantwith a minimum of 1-year professional experience.
• Compassionate, calm team player.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficiency in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, andanesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $18 - $20/hr depending on level of experience

We offer our staff:

• 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• 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.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit:https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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