Veterinary Assistant or Technician

Knightdale Animal Hospital; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Medical plans

Prescription benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Short term disability

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Knightdale Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated veterinary team member to care for pets and support owners. Join a compassionate, collaborative team committed to animal welfare and staff satisfaction in a rewarding clinical environment.

You will engage in client communication, triage, diagnostics, imaging, injections, and surgical support while contributing to high-quality care in a busy practice. We offer tuition assistance, multiple medical plans, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• One year veterinary experience as an assistant or technician preferred.
• Physical tasks and handling of animals and equipment described in duties and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients about pets and care.
• Triage patients with basic injury/illness assessment, gather patient information, and take vital signs.
• Perform diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work.
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor patients.
• Assist in taking radiographs.
• Administer IV and IM injections.
• Dispense controlled drugs.
• Place IV catheters and maintain feeding and urinary catheters.
• Monitor surgeries.
• Conduct lab diagnostics.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Client communication

Professional conduct

Customer service

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

1 year veterinary experience

Job description

Description

At Knightdale Animal Hospital, we are deeply committed to both our staff and the animals entrusted to our care. Choosing a career at a veterinary hospital can be incredibly rewarding and satisfying for those who have a fervent passion for animal welfare and a desire to positively impact the lives of pets and their owners.

Joining the team at Knightdale Animal Hospital allows you to work with animals and acquire valuable experience in addressing various medical conditions. Our team enjoys the high level of medicine we provide and the vibrant and collegial environment. As a valued team member, you’ll contribute to the overall health and well-being of animals in your community while collaborating with colleagues who share your enthusiasm.

Duties:

• Client communication
• Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.
• Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work
• Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
• Assisting in taking radiographs
• Giving IV & IM injections
• Dispensing controlled drugs
• Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
• Monitor Surgical procedures.
• Lab Diagnostics
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.
• Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
• Ability to provide high quality customer service.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift patients up to 40lbs throughout the workday with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push and squat

Education and Experience:

• At least one year of veterinary experience as an assistant or technician preferred.

Perks and benefits include:

• Tuition assistance
• A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Dental and vision coverage available
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting
• Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available
• Paid time off / holidays
• Health Savings Account available
• Short term disability available
• Supplemental critical illness and accident plans available
• Uniform allowance
• Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians
• Employee assistance program

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.