Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Griffin Exotics makes a difference in the lives of our patients through education, compassion and medicine. We believe that each pet should receive the best medical care possible while keeping in mind the dignity of each patient and client.

We are looking to add a veterinary technician (RVT) to our 2 doctor, 100% avian/exotics practice outside of Charlotte, NC. Experience within veterinary medicine required along with interest in exotic species (exotic companion mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians). Exotic animal experience is preferred. This position is full time, approximately 32-40 hours a week, including some rotating weekend hours.

The hospital is open Monday - Friday for office hours/patient appointments and treatment responsibilities are shared by technician/ assistant staff on weekends.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Handling exotics properly and safely restraining patients for procedures.
• Set up, position and take digital radiographs.
• Being part of the surgery/anesthesia team, by monitoring and assisting surgical procedures.
• Lab analysis - collection, set up and interpreting of in house tests.
• Perform venipuncture, and administer medications (PO/IV/IM/SQ).
• Client education and client communication. Patient husbandry is essential for exotics.
• Some reception/client services work as needed.

Certification or degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited institution is preferred. The ideal candidate must be able to multitask in a busy work environment, and be team oriented with a positive attitude. We are a small clinic, with a family feel and an eclectic team of dedicated co-workers.

Benefits include:

Working with Exotics!

Annual performance reviews

Holiday Pay/Paid time off

Continuing Education allowance for licensed technicians

Employee discount

Individual Retirement Account with employer match

Scrub Allowance

Job Type: Full-time