Veterinary Technician Assistant - Impactful Pet Care

CityVet Support Staff; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Telemedicine for full-time staff

Job summary

CityVet Chapel Hill is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our on-site team. The TA will support the Veterinary Technician and Veterinarian, help with patient prep, anesthesia assistance, and front-office coordination.

Entry-level candidates will be trained; a minimum of 1 year in the veterinary field is preferred. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and be comfortable restraining animals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience.
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals.
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication.
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height.
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Veterinary Technician (VT) in preparing patients for medical, surgical, and dental surgeries by assisting in the administration of anesthesia and properly restraining the patients as needed for examination and treatment.
• Effectively partner with the Veterinarian and Veterinary Technician (VT) Teams to administer proper patient triage protocol based on the client and facilities' needs and capabilities in a fast-paced and effective manner.
• Aid Veterinary Technicians (VT) with booked appointments, walk-ins, and work-ins, including recording observations/treatment plans in the patient file, and aid in the performance of medical treatments under doctor supervision.
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated & team-oriented

Skills

Animal handling

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CityVet Chapel Hill is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our on-site team. The TA will support the Veterinary Technician and Veterinarian, help with patient prep, anesthesia assistance, and front-office coordination.

Entry-level candidates will be trained; a minimum of 1 year in the veterinary field is preferred. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and be comfortable restraining animals.