Dermatology Veterinary Technician

Dermatology Veterinary Technician Location: CVM Teaching Hospital, NC State Veterinary Hospital, Raleigh, NC Work Schedule: Monday‑Friday, Day Shift Salary Range: $50,000 – $56,200, with additional compensation for VTS Job Overview NC State Veterinary Hospital is one of the nation’s highest‑rated academic medical centers, treating nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services. The Dermatology service provides leading‑edge care for complex disorders of the skin, ears, mouth, hair, and claws in a fast‑paced teaching environment. Key Responsibilities Advanced Diagnostics: Perform and support skin scrapings, allergy testing, ear flushes, and biopsies. Anesthesia & Surgery: Provide robust anesthesia monitoring, prepare patients using aseptic techniques, and maintain sterile surgical environments. Technical Proficiency: Execute venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sedative/treatment injections, and bandaging. Critical Thinking: Perform moderate‑risk drug calculations (CRI, IV fluids, pain management) and monitor patients with Atopic Dermatitis, Autoimmune Skin Disease, and Chronic Otitis. Recovery: Lead post‑sedation and post‑anesthesia recovery, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Client Advocacy: Facilitate seamless communication between clients, referring veterinarians, and internal hospital staff. Workflow Leadership: Manage patient admissions, scheduling, and medical record data within hospital information systems. Financial Stewardship: Oversee procedural charges, billing communications, and estimate updates. Educational Support: Coach and orient new staff, students, interns, and residents on hospital policies and gold‑standard patient care. Requirements & Physical Demands Expertise: In‑depth knowledge of veterinary medicine and specialized patient care equipment (IV pumps, pulse oximeters, BP monitors). Environment: Desire to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing teaching hospital. Compliance: Strict adherence to OSHA, EHS, radiation safety, and infectious disease protocols. Physical Ability: Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation. Qualifications Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Preferred Qualifications Clinical Experience: Previous experience as a veterinary technician in a clinical or specialty setting. Advanced Technical Proficiency: Hands‑on experience with specialized diagnostic procedures (skin scrapings, allergy testing) and advanced technical skills including IV catheter placement, venipuncture, and anesthesia monitoring. Critical Care Calculations: Proficiency in performing complex medical calculations, including Constant Rate Infusions, IV fluid therapy, and pain management dosages. Clinical Mentorship: Experience coaching or orienting veterinary students, interns, or new staff members within a teaching hospital environment. Case Coordination: Demonstrated ability to manage complex patient workflows, including coordinating with diagnostic departments (CT, Ultrasound, Radiography) and facilitating communication between clients and referring veterinarians. Required License or Certification Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state. Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two‑ or four‑year Veterinary Technician program. Valid NC Driver's License (required). Benefits Wolfpack Perks and Benefits include childcare, wellness & recreation memberships, wellness programs, and other comprehensive benefits designed to enhance personal and professional well‑being. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC State University