Veterinary Technician / Assistant

Are you a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician / Assistant looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners? Health Care for Pets Hospital in Mills River, NC is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team of professionals.

Job Expectations:

• Build positive, professional relationships with other staff members and clients
• Educate clients regarding preventive care and treatment instructions
• Provide excellent care to pets by assisting veterinarians with administering medications, nursing care, surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and dental prophylaxis
• Work with team members to efficiently maintain the flow of outpatient appointments from history capturing, exam, and diagnostics, through discussion with client of findings and recommendations and implementation of treatment recommendations
• Restrain for, perform sample collection, and use hospital equipment for patient diagnostic tests, digital radiographs, and submitting samples to outside laboratories
• Use electronic medical records to accurately enter medical information and client charges
• Perform routine hospital and equipment maintenance
• Maintain awareness of the safety and security of patients, clients, and staff in our facility
• Be sensitive to patient and client emotion
• Other responsibilities where hospital needs intersect with your interests and talents

Veterinary Technician / Assistant Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment
• Organizational skills
• Previous experience restraining animals
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician
• Current NC Registered Veterinary Technician preferred

Company Information:

Health Care for Pets Hospital is a locally owned small animal veterinary hospital located in Mills River, North Carolina. We offer a comprehensive range of veterinary services for dogs and cats including medical, preventive, surgical, and dental services. The dedicated team of veterinarians and staff focuses on providing the highest level of care by building relationships with both pets and their owners. We enjoy a positive and encouraging work environment with each other, working with clients who value our care and thoroughness. Our underlying purpose is to support and honor the human animal bond and the benefits of pet ownership, and our core values are respect, honesty and compassion.

Benefits:

• Flexible Schedules
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plan
• Pet Care Discount
• Weekday Shifts (No nights or weekends)
• Registration and CE fees for NC RVT
• Uniform order twice yearly

Salary: $32,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year

Health Care for Pets Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.