Veterinary Surgical Assistant

Job Posting Information
Posting Number
PG195030SP

Internal Recruitment
No

Working Title
Veterinary Surgical Assistant

Anticipated Hiring Range
$45,500 - $49,200

Work Schedule
Daytime, TBD, holidays/on call required, mandatory

Job Location
Raleigh, NC

Department
CVM Teaching Hospital

About the Department
Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation's highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

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. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
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
• Tuition and 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.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties
Join a premier veterinary teaching hospital team! This position provides critical surgical support across both the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center and the Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center. Our unique team of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants specializes in advanced sterile techniques for a varied array of small and large animal procedures. If you possess advanced knowledge of veterinary medicine and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative teaching environment, we want you on our team.

What You'll Do

• Surgical Prep & Aseptic Technique: Set up advanced surgical suites, validate sterility, manage equipment, and prepare patients using precise aseptic techniques.
• Intraoperative & Patient Care: Maintain sterile fields, assist during complex surgeries, calculate medications, and support anesthesia and isolation protocols.
• Equipment & Sterile Processing: Operate and maintain cutting-edge surgical technology (including C-arms, drills, lasers, and microscopes) and manage instrument sterilization.
• Turnover & Inventory: Ensure rapid room readiness by disinfecting suites, restocking vital supplies, and maintaining strict OSHA compliance logs.
• Coordination & Mentorship: Streamline surgical scheduling, document critical patient data, and help train the next generation of veterinary students, interns, and residents.

What We Are Looking For

• Team Players: Active problem-solvers who can work independently with sound judgment but know when to collaborate.
• Safety-Minded Professionals: Commitment to maintaining a clean, functional workspace in accordance with OSHA, EHS, and hospital infectious disease policies.
• Operational Agility: Demonstrated physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations, flexibility to extend hours based on patient needs, and comfort working around potential hazards (zoonotic diseases, chemicals, gases).

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
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.

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical OR Experience: Previous experience working in an operating room or sterile processing support role within a veterinary or human healthcare setting; experience in a teaching hospital environment preferred.

Training & Instructional Support: Experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring veterinary students, interns, residents, or junior staff in clinical or surgical workflows.

Surgical & Sterile Processing Expertise: Competency in sterile processing and OR support, including handling complex surgical instrumentation, maintaining sterility standards, and supporting specialty or high-volume surgical services.

Critical Thinking & OR Workflow Management: Ability to prioritize surgical cases and instrumentation needs, troubleshoot equipment or workflow issues, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Communication & Professionalism: Strong communication skills with the ability to support OR teams effectively, respond to instrumentation and supply needs, and maintain professionalism in high-pressure clinical settings.

Required License or Certification
N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required
No

Commercial Driver's License Required?
No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
06/02/2026

Earliest 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.)
06/09/2026

Notice 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 contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details
Position Number
00112091

Position Type
SHRA

Position Classification Band Title
Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level
Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range
$ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency
MH09

Alternate 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)
1.0

Appointment
12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory 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 Emergencies

Time Limited Position
No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id
192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO
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 View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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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.

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