Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Horton Animal Hospital - Discovery; Havelock (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A small animal practice is seeking a motivated Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant with at least 2 years of experience. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, administering medications, and providing comprehensive animal care. The ideal candidate will have strong medical knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Simple IRA retirement plan

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE 2 years of experience working in a veterinary clinic or small animal hospital.
• Strong knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, and medical procedures.
• Ability to handle emergency situations efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in medical procedures and administer medications.
• Educate pet owners and provide basic animal care.
• Monitor anesthesia and take x-rays.

Skills

Animal handling

Good communication

Laboratory skills

Animal preparation

Surgery assisting

Draw blood samples

Place IV catheters

Perform dental prophylaxis

Radiography

Education

Completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification in North Carolina

Job description

Three-doctor small animal practice, looking for a highly motivated, knowledgeable, compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant. MUST HAVE 2 years of experience working in a veterinary clinic or small animal hospital. We offer competitive compensation and a Simple IRA retirement plan. Responsibilities include assist veterinarians in medical procedures, administer medications, record health information, provide basic animal care, educate pet owners, take x-rays, monitor anesthesia. Required skills include animal handling, good communication, laboratory skills, animal preparation, surgery assisting, draw blood samples, place IV catheters, perform dental prophylaxis, radiography.

Completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification in North Carolina preferred.
Strong knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, and medical procedures.
Ability to handle emergency situations efficiently and effectively.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Physical ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.