General Hospital Veterinary Assistant

General Hospital Veterinary Assistant

In addition to a fully completed application please submit a resume and the contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Posting Details

Working Title - General Hospital Veterinary Assistant

Anticipated Hiring Range - $41,000 - $44,400

Work Schedule - Hours & days TBD - 24/7 operation - 1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts - will include on-call, rotating holidays & possible weekends

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.

Essential Job Duties - The General Hospital Veterinary Assistant provides advanced technical support and clinical coordination for the General Hospital Department (GH) within the Randall B. Terry Companion Animal Medical Center (TC). Operating as a central liaison between clinicians, students, and clients, this role ensures seamless communication and high-standard patient care. The incumbent serves as the primary point of contact for patient admissions and is responsible for executing complex clinical procedures, managing varied caseloads, and providing hands-on instruction to veterinary students and house officers in a fast-paced academic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical & Technical Patient Care
• Advanced Nursing: Deliver comprehensive care using a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology to proactively manage patient comfort and hygiene.
• Technical Procedures: Execute high-level clinical tasks including venipuncture, IV catheter placement (indwelling and short-term), and drug administration (IV, Oral, SQ).
• Specialized Treatments: Manage advanced wound care, bandage applications, and chemotherapy administration with precision.
• Post-Operative Management: Provide intensive monitoring for surgical recovery cases, focusing on vital sign stability and pain management protocols.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Coordination & Communication
• Case Management Liaison: Direct the admissions process and synthesize diagnostic information to provide real-time updates to students, staff, and clinicians.
• Client Relations: Act as a professional and empathetic point of contact for pet owners during patient visitations and updates.
• Internal Service Coordination: Facilitate "internal customer service" by collaborating across hospital departments to streamline patient transitions and consultations.
• Instruction & Mentorship
• Clinical Teaching: Supervise and evaluate senior veterinary students, interns, and residents in a clinical setting.
• Skill Development: Provide technical orientation and hands-on instruction regarding hospital protocols and procedural techniques.
• Administration & Operations
• Medical Records & Finance: Maintain precise electronic medical records (EMR) and oversee internal billing to ensure all charges and treatments are captured accurately.
• Facility Oversight: Ensure the clinical environment adheres to infectious disease standards and strictly follow OSHA, radiation safety, and EHS protocols.
• Inventory & Equipment: Manage equipment maintenance and ensure procedural stations are fully stocked for daily operations.

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 - Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program. Experience as a veterinary Assistant in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.

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 - 05/06/2026

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.) - 06/08/2026

Notice to Applicants - Please make sure that the work history 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.

Position Details

Position Number - 00062776

Position Type - SHRA

Position Classification Band Title - Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level - Journey

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

Salary Grade Equivalency - MH08

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 - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, 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

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