Veterinary Technician Assistant

Haw River Animal Hospital; Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Uniform allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Haw River Animal Hospital in Pittsboro, NC is seeking a dedicated team member to assist in daily animal care. You will feed, medicate, restrain when needed, and maintain clean facilities while following safety procedures. The role includes light front-desk tasks and collaboration with a caring team.

We value a strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn. You will work in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on responsibility.
• Interest in improving business processes and efficiency.
• Able to listen to others and try new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Feeding and watering animals as directed
• Medicating pets appropriately
• Minimal front desk duties
• Occasional animal restraint
• Following laundry procedures
• Keeping facility floors and yards clean
• Ensuring proper pet identification is in place
• Documenting care appropriately
• Following safety procedures
• Keeping runs and cages clean throughout the shift
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Process improvement

Accountability

Open to new ideas

Willing to listen

Professional communication

Customer service orientation

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Animal restraint ability

Job description

Description

At Haw River you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of animals and gain experience treating a range of conditions. You will contribute to the overall health and well-being of animals in your community and work with a team who shares your passion. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow as a professional. Sound good to you?

Ideal Candidate:

• Naturally possesses a strong work ethic and seeks responsibility and progress.
• Gets excited about business process improvement.
• Takes responsibility for work and completes work accurately and timely.
• Always looking to make processes more efficient and effective.
• Willing to listen and try new things and other people’s ideas.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Feeding and watering animals as directed
• Appropriately medicating pets
• Minimal front desk duties
• Occasional animal restraint
• Following laundry procedures
• Keeping facility floors and yards clean
• Ensuring proper pet identification is in place.
• Documenting care appropriately
• Following safety procedures
• Keeping runs and cages clean throughout the shift.
• 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 embodying a yes culture for clients.
• Ability to work effectively with computers, software, and electronics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Physical ability to handle and restrain animals

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push and squat most of the workday.
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds with or without accommodation.

Perks and benefits include:

• A choice between two medical plans, dental and vision.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting
• Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available
• Paid time off / holidays
• Short-term disability, supplemental critical illness and accident plans.
• Uniform allowance
• 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.