Veterinary Technician: Client Care, Diagnostics & Surgery

Socket.dev; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Medical plans

Dental and vision

401k match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Short-term disability

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cornwallis Road Animal Hospital is seeking an empathetic veterinary assistant/technician to join our caring team. You will work with animals, perform routine exams, assist with diagnostics, and support surgeries under supervision.

We value teamwork, professional communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy clinic. At least one year of veterinary experience is preferred, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• At least one year of veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong client service and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Client communication with pet owners.
• Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.
• Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work.
• Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring.
• Assisting in taking radiographs.
• Giving IV & IM injections.
• Dispensing medications and managing controlled substances.
• Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding and urinary catheters.
• Monitoring surgical procedures and anesthesia.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Client communication

Team collaboration

Technical aptitude

Job description

Cornwallis Road Animal Hospital is seeking an empathetic veterinary assistant/technician to join our caring team. You will work with animals, perform routine exams, assist with diagnostics, and support surgeries under supervision.

We value teamwork, professional communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy clinic. At least one year of veterinary experience is preferred, with opportunities for training and career growth.