Veterinary Technician – Dunn Animal Hospital | 625 N Powell Drive, Dunn, NC 28334
Join a Compassionate, High-Quality Team!
About Us
Looking for a place where your skills are valued and your passion for animals can shine? Dunn Animal Hospital is a progressive, full-service small animal practice dedicated to top-tier care. We pride ourselves on exceptional communication, honesty, compassion, and a deep-seated love for our patients and their families. Join our supportive team and make a real, positive impact in the Dunn community!
The Opportunity & Schedule
- Status: Full-time
- Hours: Mon/Wed/Fri (8:00 AM – 5:30 PM) | Tue (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) | Thu (8:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
- Flexibility: Requires alternating weekends and some holiday coverage.
What You Will Do
- Patient Care: Perform initial evaluations, monitor hospitalized pets, and administer doctor-directed treatments.
- Surgical Support: Prep surgical suites, induce and maintain anesthesia, use digital radiology, and monitor post-op recovery.
- Lab & Pharmacy: Collect and prepare samples (urine, fecal, ear cytology), run lab tests, and accurately dispense medications.
- Client Connection: Safely restrain patients during exams, educate owners, and communicate recovery updates.
What We Are Looking For
- Credentials: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or a recent grad awaiting certification. (Note: Candidates with 1+ years of proven experience will be considered for a Veterinary Assistant role).
- Core Skills: Strong foundation in vaccine protocols, venipuncture, heartworm/flea prevention, and animal husbandry.
- Attributes: Dependable work ethic, strong judgment, great communication, and a calm demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
- Physical: Ability to lift up to 50 po8unds daily.
What We Offer (Our Benefits)
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision) + HSA Allocation.
- Retirement Security: 401(K) with company matching.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation and Holidays).
- Career Growth: Professional Development Assistance (Licensing fees, association dues, and CE credits).
- Perks: Generous Employee Discounts for your own pets and a dedicated Uniform Allowance.
Apply today to join our work family! Qualified applicants will be contacted directly for an interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29,000.00 - $36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
