Veterinary Assistant (EFAVC)

Veterinary Assistant (EFAVC)

Position Information

Posting Number - PG195724TM

Position Number - 19PLS05702

Position Type - Temporary

Essential Job Duties - Directly responsible for all hourly treatments, monitoring, and husbandry care. Responsible for triage and treatment of emergency caseload. Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, animal handling, and restraint. Ensure compliance with all Infectious Disease protocols.

Is Time Limited - No

If Yes, Appointment Length

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: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, 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.

Department Information

Job City & State - Raleigh, NC

Department

System Information

Classification Title - Temporary-Skilled Trades

Working Title - Veterinary Assistant (EFAVC)

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule - TBD, some overnights, weekends

Other Work/Responsibilities - N/A

Minimum Experience/Education - At least one year of equine veterinary experience. Ample large animal experience. At least one year experience working in a veterinary setting.

Department Required Skills - Extensive large animal handling experience. Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all times and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education - Ability to lift up to 75 pounds frequently with or without a reasonable accommodation. Excellent organizational skills. Accuracy in recording. Work well with minimal supervision Required license/certification Will employee be driving a State/University owned vehicle? Comments Prioritizes tasks appropriately according to importance and urgency.

Required License or Certification - n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required? - No

Commercial Driver's License Required? - No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range - $15.00

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date - 01/16/2026

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. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. 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.

Supplemental Questions

1. Do you have previous large animal experience?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

1. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter