Veterinary Technician

American Veterinary Group; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Chapel Hill is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to provide exceptional patient care and client service. The role involves assisting veterinarians during examinations, managing supplies, and ensuring equipment is ready. Ideal candidates will demonstrate professionalism and possess strong communication skills. Opportunities for professional growth and flexible hours are available.

Benefits

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Six weeks of paid Parental Leave

Work / Life Balance day off

Short-term and long-term disability options

Supplemental insurance options

Discounted Veterinary Care

Hands-on and E-training

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance for Veterinary Technician Students

Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed Veterinary Technicians

Qualifications

• Prior experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians in animal care and examinations.
• Communicate with clients and update patient files.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Current state licensure for Veterinary Technician

Job description

Location : Dogwood Veterinary Hospital & Pet Resort

Reporting To : Kimberly Harman

Description

Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.

The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Technician helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills will include, but are not limited to : venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, and monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Veterinary Technician's also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
• Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
• Can work individually, as well as on a team
• Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction
• Prior experience preferred

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles
• Applicants with veterinary experience that are not Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to still apply, we have opportunities for veterinary professionals of all skill levels and we will appropriately assign you to our Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other appropriate roles.
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
• One (1) Work / Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Hands-on and E-training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
• Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed / Registered Veterinary Technicians

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Veterinary Technician • Chapel Hill, NC, US