Veterinary Technician

Job DescriptionRegistered Veterinary Technician NeededCole Park Veterinary Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician with a positive, up-beat attitude and genuine love for pets and the veterinary health profession. We are a busy 4-doctor, AAHA accredited, small animal practice that focuses on traditional medicine as well as Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.The ideal candidate must be a dedicated, conscientious, self-motivated veterinary technician who provides high-quality medical care and exceptional customer service. The candidate must have graduated from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program and have successfully passed the VTNE and holds a current Registration in the State of North Carolina (current licensure in other states accepted).Veterinary Technician duties includes:Perform all patient treatments ordered by veterinarians including blood draws, placing IV catheters, taking radiographs, ICU care, performing lab testing, and giving injections and medications.Set up and maintain fluid pumps for IV fluid admisistration.Induce and monitor general anesthesia and assist with surgeries.Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs.Maintain all surgery and hospital equipment, clean and wrap packs for surgery and maintain controlled substance logs.Admit patients to the hospital getting accurate history and vital signs.Collect laboratory speciments (urine via cystocentesis or free catch, skin and ear cytology, feces, and skin scrapings) and preform testing as directed.Must be able to lift 40 pounds.Benefits include:Medical, Dental , Vision insurance plans401KPaid Time OffUniform AllowanceContinuing EducationEmployee Discounts and much moreCompensation based upon experience.National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.NVA 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, NVA 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.NVA 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.