Vet Assistant

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Full Time Non-Vet Labor Durham, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Hourly

TVRH provides 24-hour emergency care and specialty referral services in surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, neurology, radiology, and rehabilitation. Our facilities offer advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities, including digital radiography, ultrasonography, CT, MRI, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and in-house laboratory services.

Our team of veterinarians and support staff works together to provide high-quality care to our community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We value collaboration, communication, teamwork, and creating a positive environment where our team members can continue developing their skills.

The ER/ICU Veterinary Technician Assistant supports veterinary technicians and clinicians by helping provide efficient, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency and critical care environment.

This role also assists with hospital cleanliness, patient husbandry, stocking, and infection-control practices to help maintain a safe and organized workplace for patients, clients, and team members.

Safely and appropriately restrain canine and feline patients for procedures

Assist veterinary technicians and clinicians with patient care and treatments

Assist with positioning and obtaining patient radiographs

Enter patient vital signs into Cornerstone and document completed treatments in Instinct

Complete other basic patient record documentation as directed

Proactively support team members throughout the hospital as needed

Monitor supply levels and add needed items to the appropriate supply/want list

Restock treatment areas and maintain organized work spaces

Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning responsibilities

Follow hospital infection-control and infectious disease protocols

Communicate clearly and professionally with veterinary staff

Maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations

Demonstrate compassion and appropriate communication around clients experiencing stressful or emotional situations

Identify concerns or operational issues and bring them to the attention of management

Participate in identifying solutions when appropriate

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

Safe canine and feline restraint skills

Strong teamwork and communication

Initiative and willingness to assist where needed

Flexibility in a fast-paced environment

Problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

Ability to follow established protocols and instructions

Familiarity with veterinary medical terminology, veterinary software, animal first aid, and basic laboratory procedures is preferred.

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum of 1 year of professional veterinary experience required

Professional experience with proper canine and feline restraint is required

Emergency, specialty, or critical care experience is preferred

This position operates in a specialty and emergency veterinary hospital providing outpatient care, diagnostic procedures, treatments, surgery, and hospitalization for small companion animals.

Team members routinely work around:

Dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments

Computers and phones

Anesthesia machines

Ultrasound equipment

Oxygen therapy equipment

Other veterinary medical equipment

This is a highly active position. Team members must be able to:

Stand and walk for extended periods

Bend, kneel, stoop, and…