Veterinary Technician Assistant, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 29,962 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Discounted Employee Pet Insurance

401k with Employer Matching

Continuing Education Opportunities

Referral Program

Uniform Allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for their Emergency team. The role involves patient care, monitoring, and a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should ideally have a year of experience and must possess attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 40lbs. Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as opportunities for professional development. Join us in our mission to save lives.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary assistant is preferred but not required.
• Fluent English skills are required, fluency in multiple languages a plus.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting and restraining animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient monitoring, treatments, and diagnostic tests.
• Maintain inventory, sterilize surgical instruments, and clean areas.
• Administer medications under supervision and assist clients with inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift 40lbs

Education

Experience as a veterinary assistant (1 year preferred)

Job description

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center in Wilmington, NC is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join their outstanding Emergency team!

Compensation: $21.75 - $28.00/hr, based on experience. Additional $2/hr shift differential pay available for overnights PLUS $1/hr shift differential on weekends.

Schedule: Full-time, three 12-hour shifts or four 12-hour shifts.

• 6pm - 6am, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• 2pm-2am, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• 2pm-12am, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Benefits

• Paid Time Off benefits available upon hire
• Veterinary Social Worker on Staff at Hospital Location
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance, Pet Services, and Supplies
• 401k Planning, with Employer Matching Structure
• Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Recover CPR and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks and Ethos Scholarship Opportunities for aspiring LVT/CVT growth.
• Referral Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

As a Veterinary Assistant at ECVMC, you will play a key role as the entire team’s primary support. Every department relies on their assistant’s significant role in aiding with a variety of services to provide excellent client and patient care. Attention to detail and efficiency are essential in this fast‑paced environment.

About You

An experienced Veterinary Assistant that thrives in an ever‑changing environment, equipped to stay calm and knows how to react quickly during life‑threatening circumstances. Seeking a cohesive and hard‑working team that is equally committed to quality patient care and providing 5‑star client service.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care, monitoring, treatments, restraint, and routine diagnostic tests (i.e. taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading fecals)
• Maintain inventory and stocking
• Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
• Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam rooms, and treatment areas of hospital
• Administer medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision
• Feed and bathe patients
• Answer phones and help clients with their pets
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience of 1 year working as a veterinary assistant is preferred, but not required.
• Attention to detail, with strong communication skills with both clients and team members
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on your own. Walking or standing for extended periods or time; frequently work in a bent or squatting position.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

At ECVMC, our mission is to deliver the highest level of care by providing exceptional services in Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and Rehabilitation—for our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians. Our team is dedicated to excellence in both medicine and patient care, and we’ve worked hard to cultivate an inclusive, collaborative environment where every team member is supported and valued. Here, you’ll encounter cutting‑edge equipment, unique cases, and innovative procedures that allow you to advance your skills every day.

This is more than a job—it’s a calling. Join us in our mission to save lives. Apply today!

Wilmington, NC

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.