General Hospital Veterinary Assistant
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194674SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
General Hospital Veterinary AssistantAnticipated Hiring Range
$41,000 - $44,400Work Schedule
TBD, holiday & on call mandatoryJob 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.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
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!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
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Essential Job Duties
Join the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine’s General Hospital (GH) team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of companion animals and the people who care for them. The General Hospital is the central hub for stable inpatient care within the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center, offering exposure to a wide range of medical and surgical cases.
As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an essential role in providing exceptional nursing care and treatment for hospitalized small animal patients. Working alongside clinicians, residents, interns, students, and fellow technicians, you’ll perform hands-on clinical work such as IV catheter placement, medication administration, post-surgical monitoring, and specialized treatment procedures. You’ll also ensure accurate medical documentation, maintain a clean and safe hospital environment, and help teach and mentor veterinary students in proper patient care techniques. Additionally, this job involves lifting up to 50 pounds (with or without reasonable accommodations) and working safely around anesthetic gases, cleaning chemicals, and zoonotic diseases.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for hospitalized small animals, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, and wound management.
- Monitor and care for post-anesthetic and post-surgical patients, ensuring safe recovery and appropriate pain management.
- Operate and maintain specialized equipment such as IV fluid pumps, syringe pumps, and monitoring devices.
- Admit patients and communicate care plans with clinicians, students, and clients; accurately document treatments and diagnostics in the hospital system.
- Support hospital operations by maintaining a clean and safe work environment, following infection control, OSHA, and radiation safety policies.
- Assist in training, orienting, and mentoring new staff, students, interns, and residents in hospital procedures and standards of care.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoy both patient care and teaching, this is a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to the advancement of veterinary medicine at one of the nation’s leading academic hospitals.
Other Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Participate in continuing education and safety training courses as required.
- May be required to work beyond scheduled hours, including weekends or holidays, 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 providing nursing care to canine and feline patients in a veterinary hospital, preferably within a teaching or specialty care environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency with patient monitoring and medical equipment.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-based clinical setting.
- Strong communication, professionalism, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to supporting a teaching environment.
- 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
08/15/2025Earliest 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.)
08/22/2025Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.
Special Instructions
In addition to a fully completed application please submit a resume and the contact information for at least 3 professional references. You may also submit an optional cover letter.
Position Number
00060020Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Medical Support TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition 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 - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal 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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