Weekend ICU Vet Assistant — Emergency Pet Care

PetVet Care Centers; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Team member discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Huntersville is seeking an ICU Weekend Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians, clean and maintain equipment, restrain and handle patients, and assist with medications and records.

Our ICU team handles high-acuity cases in a 24/7 ER and specialty setting. Schedule: Friday-Sunday 7 AM-7 PM with on-call emergencies.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• 2 years of relevant experience in the veterinary field, including emergency and/or ICU experience.
• 5+ years of emergency and critical care experience (preferred).
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and owners on arrival and guide to examining room; record weight and vital signs.
• Triage, perform exams, treatments, and administer medications as directed by licensed staff.
• Assist doctors and technicians with medications and patient restraint.
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs.
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment and documentation of controlled drugs.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper storage of hospital spaces.
• Bath and care for overnight patients and ensure proper grooming before release.

Skills

Emergency ICU experience

Compassionate care

Patient communication

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT license

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Huntersville is seeking an ICU Weekend Veterinary Assistant to join our team. You will support veterinarians and technicians, clean and maintain equipment, restrain and handle patients, and assist with medications and records.

Our ICU team handles high-acuity cases in a 24/7 ER and specialty setting. Schedule: Friday-Sunday 7 AM-7 PM with on-call emergencies.