Veterinary Technician Assistant - Growth & CE Opportunities

Amerivet; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

CE programs

Job summary

AmeriVet's Petdocks Veterinary Hospital in Morehead City, NC is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician Assistant. The ideal candidate will have hands-on clinic experience, emphasize client education, and multitask efficiently.

Certification or eligibility for licensure varies by state. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, handling animals, administering meds and vaccines, collecting lab samples, and educating clients on pet care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Certification preferred or able to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
• Degree from AVMA-accredited program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Teamwork

Veterinary Certification (CVT/RVT/LVT)

Experience as veterinary technician/as

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program degree

State licensure eligibility

Job description

AmeriVet's Petdocks Veterinary Hospital in Morehead City, NC is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician Assistant. The ideal candidate will have hands-on clinic experience, emphasize client education, and multitask efficiently.

Certification or eligibility for licensure varies by state. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, handling animals, administering meds and vaccines, collecting lab samples, and educating clients on pet care.