Veterinary Assistant, Sports Medicine and Rehab
About The Position
Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center (ECVMC) is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for their Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation team. This role focuses on helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life through advanced rehabilitation therapies. The position offers a consistent weekday schedule with no overnight shifts and involves working alongside specialists in a collaborative environment. The team helps pets recover from surgery, manage chronic conditions, improve athletic performance, and return to activities they love. This is an opportunity for experienced Veterinary Assistants or those looking to grow their skills in specialty medicine.
Requirements
- Ability to lift and assist with patients up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand, bend, walk, and kneel throughout the workday
- Comfortable working with animals of varying sizes, temperaments, and mobility levels
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy
- Knowledge of low-stress animal handling techniques
- Familiarity with veterinary software and electronic medical records
Nice To Haves
- Experience in specialty, emergency, or rehabilitation veterinary medicine is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians and rehabilitation therapists with therapeutic treatments and patient care
- Safely handle and restrain patients using low-stress handling techniques
- Prepare patients for rehabilitation therapies, evaluations, and procedures
- Monitor patient comfort during treatments and promptly communicate concerns to the medical team
- Assist with sample collection and treatment preparation
- Provide compassionate, professional client service in person, by phone, and through email
- Schedule consultations, rehabilitation appointments, rechecks, and procedures
- Review referral records and medical histories before appointments
- Maintain accurate medical records and communication logs
- Prepare and dispense medications under veterinary supervision
- Maintain treatment supplies, equipment, and inventory
- Keep the rehabilitation department clean, organized, and ready for patient care
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee pet discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Continuing education opportunities
- Career advancement within a growing network of specialty hospitals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
