Veterinary Assistant or Technician

Description Zebulon Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our dedicated staff. At Zebulon Animal Hospital, we are deeply committed to both our staff and the animals entrusted to our care. Choosing a career at a veterinary hospital can be incredibly rewarding and satisfying for those who have a fervent passion for animal welfare and a desire to positively impact the lives of pets and their owners.

Joining the team at Zebulon allows you to work with animals and acquire valuable experience in addressing various medical conditions. Our team enjoys the high level of medicine we provide and the vibrant and collegial environment. As a valued team member, you’ll contribute to the overall health and well-being of animals in your community while collaborating with colleagues who share your enthusiasm.

Ideal Candidate: Naturally possesses a strong work ethic and seeks responsibility and progress. Gets excited about business process improvement. Takes responsibility for work and completes work accurately and timely. Always looking to make processes more efficient and effective. Willing to listen and try new things and other people’s ideas.

Duties/Responsibilities: Provide animal nursing care to critically ill hospitalized patients in conjunction with veterinarians. Client communication Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information and taking vital signs. Administer injectable and inhalant anesthesia. Patient care and treatments Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring Assisting in taking radiographs Medication calculation and administration Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters Monitor Surgical procedures.

Lab Diagnostics Other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: 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 Strong interpersonal and customer service skills Physical ability to handle and restrain animals Benefits: A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits Dental and vision coverage are available 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting Life insurance for yourself, your spouse, and eligible dependents is available Paid time off / holidays Health Savings Account available Short-term disability available Supplemental critical illness and accident plans are available Uniform allowance Employee assistance program We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.