Floating Patient Care Assistant
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194684SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Floating Patient Care AssistantAnticipated Hiring Range
$39,000 - $42,200Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, daytime hours, no holidays and no on-callJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
CVM Teaching HospitalAbout the Department
The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest rated veterinary academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The hospital staffs over twenty clinical services with board certified specialists that are nationally and even internationally renowned, ensuring the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 35,000 patients are treated in the VH. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty health care, expert clinical instruction for 4th year veterinary students from College of Veterinary Medicine, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.
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What we offer:
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuitionand Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
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Essential Job Duties
The Small Animal Clinical Services – Cardiology team at NC State’s Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center is seeking a compassionate, team-oriented Veterinary Assistant to support patient care for advanced cardiovascular cases. This role involves assisting with patient intake, monitoring, diagnostics, and treatments while ensuring a safe and efficient hospital experience.
You will collaborate with clinicians, veterinary students, interns, residents, and referring veterinarians to provide high-quality care, support clinical teaching, and contribute to hospital operations. This role also involves lifting up to 50 pounds (with or without reasonable accommodations) and adapting to flexible work hours as required.
Essential Job Duties:
- Assist with patient intake, preparation, and monitoring, including placement of ECG leads, pulse oximetry, and blood pressure monitoring.
- Transport patients safely throughout the hospital and assist clinicians during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Maintain and organize clinical spaces, including cleaning, restocking, biohazard management, and equipment maintenance.
- Monitor and support sedated patients and assist with CPR and other life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Record and communicate patient data accurately in hospital information systems.
- Orient, train, and mentor new staff, students, interns, and residents in hospital policies, procedures, and patient care.
- Assist with supply inventory, ordering, and maintenance of Cardiology-specific equipment.
If you are a person who is adaptable, strong in communication, enjoys teamwork, and has problem-solving skills within a fast-paced, teaching-focused clinical environment, we encourage you to apply.
Other Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.
- Adhere to hospital, OSHA, EHS, and infection control policies.
- Work flexible hours, including beyond scheduled shifts, as needed to meet patient care needs.
Minimum Experience/Education
Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.
Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.
Other Required Qualifications
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a canine/feline veterinary clinical setting, preferably at a teaching hospital.
- Knowledge of patient monitoring, diagnostic equipment, and clinical procedures for small animals.
- Ability to provide high-quality patient care while working safely around animals, chemicals, anesthetic gases, and potential zoonotic diseases.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
09/08/2025Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
09/12/2025Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
Along with your completed application, please include a resume and the contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Number
00108645Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Medical Support TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
ContributingPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 39,000 - $ 77,109Salary Grade Equivalency
GN04Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
192001 - CVM Teaching HospitalEEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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