Veterinary Technician/ Assistant
About The Position
Totalbond Forestbrook is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate has veterinary or animal-care experience, client communication skills, and familiarity with veterinary procedures, and is passionate about improving the lives of pets and their owners. The role supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care, examinations, treatments, surgery, anesthesia, recovery, laboratory work, medication administration, and clinic upkeep. The position requires at least one year of veterinary experience and the ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. The hospital is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM; Wednesday and Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM; and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The posting describes the position as full-time but does not specify an individual work shift. TotalBond Veterinary Hospital at Forestbrook has served the Gastonia community since 1979. Its team cares for dogs, cats, small mammals, and exotic pets, and provides services ranging from wellness exams to advanced procedures. The facility is described as Fear-Free Certified and AAHA-accredited, with in-house diagnostics and advanced imaging. The hospital emphasizes preventative and senior pet care, client communication, and an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity.
Requirements
- At least one year of veterinary experience is required.
- Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
- Knowledge of common disease states and ability to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
- Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
- Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians with patient care, examinations, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
- Communicate with clients about care instructions, patient status, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
- Perform technical duties such as laboratory work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
- Perform basic laboratory tests and collect blood, urine, and stool samples.
- Administer medications and vaccinations under veterinary supervision.
- Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas; clean and sterilize equipment and surfaces.
- Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, equipment, and clinic spaces clean, stocked, and ready.
- Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan with a company match
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee pet discount
- Employee referral bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
