Veterinary Assistant - General Practice

Wake Veterinary Hospital in Knightdale NC is in need of General Practice Veterinary Assistants/Technicians

Full time

At Wake Veterinary Hospital and Urgent Care, our mission is to provide unparalleled and compassionate veterinary care by offering individualized client education, comprehensive preventive care, advanced technological services, specialty surgical services, and emergency interventions in order to provide your pets with the long and happy lives they deserve.

Why Vets PetsA privately owned, North Carolina-based company, Vets Pets fosters practice individuality under the guidance of experienced management and high standards. Starting with two practices in 2007, Vets Pets has grown to over 25 practices located in Central and Eastern NC. The company’s vision and goal are to provide quality veterinary care to families with an employee-centered management approach. WE LISTEN and support practices and teams

WE COLLABORATE with local teams on action plans and clear responsibilities
WE DEVELOP teams and practices
WE SUPPORT a work-life balance

General Practice Department Veterinary Technician Duties:

• Assists the veterinarian during the examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects prepare and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measures medications, and labels containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.
• Requirements and Qualifications· At least 1-year related experience· Exceptional Customer Service and Communication Skills· Positive attitude

Preferred Education and Experience 1+ years of experience in the veterinary field

Preference will be given to an individual desiring to pursue a degree in veterinary technology or animal science