Veterinary Technician: Compassionate Care, Growth & Benefits

veterinarypracticepartners; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

TotalBond Veterinary Hospital at Forestbrook in Gastonia, NC is hiring a Veterinary Technician/Assistant for a full-time role. Salary ranges from $17 to $20 per hour, based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Expect a schedule that supports long shifts and varied hours, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate brings animal care experience, strong client communication, and veterinary procedure knowledge to contribute to high standards

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Communicate care instructions and status updates to clients.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with dispensing medications.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Disease awareness

DEA/OSHA familiarity

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

TotalBond Veterinary Hospital at Forestbrook in Gastonia, NC is hiring a Veterinary Technician/Assistant for a full-time role. Salary ranges from $17 to $20 per hour, based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Expect a schedule that supports long shifts and varied hours, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate brings animal care experience, strong client communication, and veterinary procedure knowledge to contribute to high standards