Veterinary Technician — Impactful Care & Growth

Vets Pets; Pittsboro (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & vision

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Haw River Animal Hospital in Pittsboro, NC is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our team. You will help care for a variety of animals, assist with daily duties, and support the veterinary staff in a fast-paced clinic.

The ideal candidate embraces a strong work ethic, takes responsibility, communicates professionally, and strives to improve processes while providing excellent customer service to pet owners.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.
• Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
• Ability to provide high quality customer service embodying a yes culture for clients.
• Ability to work effectively with computers, software, and electronics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Physical ability to handle and restrain animals

Responsibilities

• Feeding and watering animals as directed
• Appropriately medicating pets
• Minimal front desk duties
• Occasional animal restraint
• Following laundry procedures
• Keeping facility floors and yards clean
• Ensuring proper pet identification is in place.
• Documenting care appropriately
• Following safety procedures
• Keeping runs and cages clean throughout the shift.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Teamwork

Vet software

Tools

Vet software

Job description

Haw River Animal Hospital in Pittsboro, NC is seeking a dedicated veterinary assistant to join our team. You will help care for a variety of animals, assist with daily duties, and support the veterinary staff in a fast-paced clinic.

The ideal candidate embraces a strong work ethic, takes responsibility, communicates professionally, and strives to improve processes while providing excellent customer service to pet owners.