Equine and Farm Animal Medical Support Technician

The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest rated veterinary academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The hospital staffs over twenty clinical services with board certified specialists that are nationally and even internationally renowned, ensuring the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.

Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 35,000 patients are treated in the VH. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty health care, expert clinical instruction for 4th year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.

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What we offer:

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We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center. In this role, you will be at the heart of our clinical operations, providing high-level technical support and ensuring the highest standards of care for our large animal patients.

Key Responsibilities

Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Credentials & Clinical Expertise: Licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician ( RVT) in North Carolina, with a preferred background in equine clinical care or tertiary referral/teaching facilities.

Professionalism & Communication: Committed to providing high-quality customer service and maintaining professional, effective communication during emotionally charged or challenging situations.

Teamwork & Problem Solving: Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team, actively participating in problem-solving and leveraging computer/electronic proficiency to advance team goals.

Clinical Judgment & Adaptability: Ability to work independently with sound judgment to ensure patient care, while remaining flexible to work beyond scheduled hours as needed.

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In addition to a fully completed application please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least 3 professional references.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

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