Veterinary Assistant jobs in Charlotte, NC

Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Veterinary Assistant / Vet Technician
  • NewDay Veterinary Care
  • Matthews, NC FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Our Matthews practice in North Carolina is looking for a skilled Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to play an important role in our clinic. Our experienced doctors and staff perform a vast array of procedures, and we are looking for someone interested in this exciting, growth-oriented opportunity! 

    At NewDay Veterinary Care, we believe in delivering high quality medicine along with an exceptional client experience in a compassionate environment. With our innovative, comprehensive pet care experience, patients can experience veterinary care in a less stressful environment. A place where routine exams, diagnostics, vaccinations, and wellness programs are only a splash away from the pool and their best friends. 

    Located at Pet Paradise, NewDay Veterinary Care provides the highest level of care for our patients, while recognizing the importance of work-life balance and a team-oriented approach to medicine. With over 25 hospitals and growing, NewDay Veterinary Care aims to create a positive culture of engagement, community, partnership, and social relationships to maintain an environment fostering both personal and professional development. 

    VETERINARY ASSISTANT / VETERINARY TECHNICIAN 

    Essential Functions of the Veterinary Assistant/Technician Include: 

    • Provide quality, compassionate, best-in-class care for our patients, while also maximizing clinic productivity
    • Assist veterinarians with examinations and properly handle animals before, during, and after procedures
    • Perform diagnostic imaging such as x-rays, ultrasound, and CT scans
    • Clean, sterilize, and prepare kennels, exam rooms, and equipment
    • Maintain and update medical charts, administer medications and treatments, and care for animals during their visit
    • Professionally communicate basic diagnoses (such as ear infections, skin infections, intestinal parasites, etc.) to pet parents
    • Additional functions for qualified technicians: Perform dental prophylaxis, place IVCs, venipuncture, and assist with surgeries

    Qualifications: 

    • At least six months of prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician
    • Veterinary Technician licensure (RVT, LVT, CVT) preferred
    • Lab, medical records, and SOAP knowledge
    • Ability to read a fecal float, fecal direct, and ear/skin cytology
    • Comfortable with in-house hematology and chemistry equipment/reference lab
    • Knowledge of basic canine/feline vaccines and basic vital signs
    • Skilled in phlebotomy (cephalic and lateral saphenous, jugular; SQ, IM, and IV injections)
    • Experience with dental prophylaxis
    • Experience with anesthesia monitoring and recovery
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, comprehend and write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
    • Capability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees within the organization
    • Ability to meet the following physical demands of the position, with or without accommodation: Exposure to animals that are agitated and/or injured and may scratch and/or bite, work in potentially loud environments, occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds, access and retrieve objects at ground-level to upwards of several feet in a safe and compliant manner, and remain in mobile or stationary positions for long periods of time

    Perks & Benefits: 

    • Scholarships for Veterinary Technician certifications
    • Bring your pet to work with complimentary pet day camp
    • 30 days of complimentary pet boarding (non-holiday)
    • Discounted veterinary care and wellness plans for your pet
    • On-demand pay with DailyPay
    • Dog/Cat adoption assistance
    • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (full-time status)
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans (full-time status)
    • Supplemental coverage options
    • 401(k) plan with Company Match
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Fitness reimbursement

      

    WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Company Policy, Federal and State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin 

  • 23 Days Ago

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Veterinary Assistant/Technician
  • Quail Hollow Veterinary Hospital
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Full Time Veterinary Assistant/Technician We are a busy AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Hospital where high-quality medicine is practiced in a caring family atmosphere. We are a thriving clinic and looking...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Veterinary ICU Treatment Assistant
  • Bedrock Veterinary Specialists
  • Cornelius, NC FULL_TIME
  • Overview: Bedrock Veterinary Specialists is searching for responsible, dedicated, hard working and friendly Veterinary Technicians who are interested in being on the ground floor of a progressive and ...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician/Assistant
  • Ark Veterinary Hospital
  • Charlotte, NC FULL_TIME
  • Job description Our Team at Ark Veterinary Hospital is looking to add a Veterinary Technician/ Assistant to our team. We are a compassionate group of veterinary professionals, with our main goal being...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Weekend daytime Emergency Veterinary Technician/Assistant
  • Carolina Veterinary Specialists Huntersville
  • Huntersville, NC PART_TIME
  • Looking for part-time weekend Emergency Veterinary Technician/Assistant(s) Pay is dependent on experience and credentials. *Shift schedules are 8a-8p Saturday/Sunday or 10a-10p Saturday/Sunday* This i...
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Veterinary Technician/Assistant (Emergency) - 1st shift
  • Carolina Veterinary Specialists Matthews
  • Matthews, NC FULL_TIME
  • Do you love the challenge of veterinary medicine and want to work with others that share this feeling? If so, this is the place for you... Carolina Veterinary Specialists is looking for a registered v...
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Veterinary Assistant
  • American Veterinary Group
  • Gastonia, NC
  • Veterinary Assistant Department: General Practice Hospitals Employment Type: Full Time Location: Lineberger Veterinary H...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Hospital Veterinary Assistant
  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Huntersville, NC
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician
  • Gaston Veterinary Hospital
  • Gastonia, NC
  • Job Description Job Description We are looking for an experienced veterinary technician for our fast-paced hospital. If ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician
  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Gastonia, NC
  • Technician, Animal Care, Healthcare
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Assistant/Technician
  • Charlotte Companion Animal Hospital
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Do you love working with animals? Want to give meaning to your career and profession? Ti...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bather / Groomer Trainee
  • PetSmart
  • Charlotte, NC
  • YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
  • 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM

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Bather / Groomer Trainee
  • PetSmart
  • Albemarle, NC
  • YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
  • 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM

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Bather / Groomer Trainee
  • PetSmart
  • Wesley Chapel, NC
  • YOUR GROOMING CAREER: Start your career in grooming as a Groomer Trainee! As a Groomer Trainee in our Grooming Salon, yo...
  • 12/29/2017 12:00:00 AM

Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg County. In 2017, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population was 859,035, making it the 17th-most populous city in the United States. The Charlotte metropolitan area's population ranks 22nd in the U.S., and had a 2016 population of 2,474,314. The Charlotte metropolitan area is part of a sixteen-county market region or combined statistical area with a 2016 census-estimated population of 2,632,249. Between 2004 and 2014, Charlotte was ranked as...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$26,706 to $39,389
Charlotte, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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