Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician
Wilson Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our team of experienced doctors and staff.
We are a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Elm City, north of Wilson, NC. The professional and courteous staff at Wilson Veterinary Hospital seek to provide the best possible medical, surgical, dental, and preventative care for their highly valued patients.
We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. We strive to offer excellence in veterinary care to all of our patients.
At Wilson Vet you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of animals and gain experience treating a range of conditions. You will contribute to the overall health and well-being of animals in your community and work with a team who shares your passion. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow as a professional.
Minimum of 1-year previous experience in veterinary medicine required.
Duties:
- Client communication
- Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.
- Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work
- Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
- Assisting in taking radiographs
- Giving IV & IM injections
- Dispensing controlled drugs
- Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
- Monitor Surgical procedures.
- Lab Diagnostics
- Performs other related 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.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.