Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

$19.00-$35.00/hr based on experience and licensure

Full-Time | Tuesday-Friday | 7:30 AM-6:00 PM

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center (ECVMC) | Wilmington, NC

Join a collaborative Internal Medicine team where you'll play an essential role in delivering advanced specialty care while working a consistent four-day schedule. Whether you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant or a Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you'll work alongside specialists, support complex medical cases, and help provide exceptional care to patients and their families.

Why Join ECVMC?

At Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center, you'll become part of a collaborative specialty and emergency hospital committed to exceptional patient care, continuous learning, and supporting one another. Every day brings new opportunities to expand your skills while working with an experienced Internal Medicine team that values compassion, teamwork, and professional growth.

Compensation: $19.00-$35.00/hour, based on experience and licensure

Schedule: Full-Time, Tuesday-Friday, 7:30 AM-6:00 PM

Benefits:

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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

What You'll Do:

As part of our Internal Medicine team, you'll help provide exceptional care for patients undergoing advanced diagnostics and treatment.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely restrain and handle canine and feline patients during examinations and procedures
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with patient care, diagnostics, treatments, and hospitalizations
• Prepare patients for ultrasounds, endoscopy, and other Internal Medicine procedures
• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly communicate changes to the medical team
• Support patient admissions and discharges
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, and diagnostic equipment
• Collect laboratory samples under technician supervision
• Run, package, and submit laboratory samples according to hospital protocols
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment sheets
• Review discharge instructions and client education as directed
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients throughout their visit
• Help maintain inventory, stock supplies, and keep treatment areas clean and organized
• Support efficient appointment flow and collaborate with other specialty services as needed

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced specialty environment and takes pride in providing compassionate, detail-oriented patient care.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on your feet throughout the workday

Preferred Qualifications:

• Veterinary Assistant certification or Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, or CVT)
• Experience in specialty, referral, or emergency medicine
• Familiarity with EzyVet, SmartFlow, or similar veterinary software

You'll Thrive Here If You Are...

• Compassionate with patients and clients
• Calm under pressure
• Organized and detail-oriented
• A collaborative team player
• Reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Passionate about delivering exceptional specialty veterinary care

If you're looking to grow your veterinary career while working alongside an experienced Internal Medicine team, we'd love to meet you. Apply today!

Wilmington, NC

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Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.