Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties:

The Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant provides direct clinical, emergency, and husbandry support for all patients admitted to the Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center. Operating as a core member of the patient care team, this role is responsible for daily monitoring, administering treatments, performing triage during emergency caseloads, and ensuring strict adherence to biosecurity and infectious disease protocols. The position involves close collaboration with clinicians, veterinary technicians, and hospital administrative teams to deliver high-quality large animal care and ensure smooth daily operations.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Provide direct patient care and husbandry for equine and farm animal patients.
• Execute scheduled hourly treatments, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring.
• Assist veterinarians with physical examinations, clinical procedures, diagnostic workups, and safe animal handling/restraint.
• Perform initial triage and treatment assistance for emergency and critical care cases as needed.

Infection Control & Facility Maintenance

• Maintain strict compliance with all hospital biosecurity and Infectious Disease Control protocols to protect staff, students, and patients.
• Clean, sanitize, and stock patient stalls, treatment areas, and procedure rooms.
• Maintain clinical supplies and hospital equipment; identify maintenance needs and manage equipment repair schedules.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Assist with inventory control, including monitoring stock levels, supply ordering, and purchasing.
• Audit and update patient flow sheets and clinical medical records for accuracy.
• Ensure correct fee capture and client billing for procedures and supplies used.
• Maintain clear, professional communication and collaboration with ancillary services (lab, pharmacy, radiology) and other hospital departments.

Schedule & Coverage Responsibilities:

• Participate in the team’s on-call schedule, weekend rotations, and holiday coverage as required by hospital caseload and department needs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience: Prior experience working with equine and/or farm animal species in a clinical, agricultural, or veterinary setting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in large animal restraint, basic physical exam concepts, and recognizing signs of distress or changing patient status.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary hospital teams.
• Physical Demands: Ability to handle, restrain, and care for large animals safely; capability to lift heavy supplies and work outdoors/in clinical barns under varying environmental conditions. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds frequently with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Other Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education:

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Large Animal & Referral Clinical Expertise: Extensive hands-on experience handling large animals in large animal clinical settings, referral/tertiary care environments, and veterinary teaching facilities.
• Safety & Hazard Resilience: Strong ability to safely work around sick animals, zoonotic diseases, gas anesthetics, hazardous materials, and cleaning chemicals, while enduring physically demanding tasks and extended physical labor.
• Professional Communication & Client Care: Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service, conveying clear information, and communicating professionally and calmly in high-stress, emotionally charged situations.
• Autonomy & Strategic Problem-Solving: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, practice sound judgment, prioritize urgent tasks accurately, and know when to seek assistance to ensure top-tier patient care.
• Team Collaboration & Operational Precision: Highly organized and detail-oriented with accurate record-keeping, reliable computer skills, flexible availability for extended hours, and a collaborative mindset focused on team problem-solving.

Required License or Certification:

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid NC Driver’s License within 60 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Valid NC Driver's License required: Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?: No

Job Open Date: 10/23/2026

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.): 10/30/2026

Notice to Applicants:

Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions:

Please include as attachments a resume and contact information for at least three professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Number: 00109792

Position Type: SHRA

Position Classification Band Title: Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level: Journey

Position Classification Salary Range: $ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency: GN04

Alternate Option: 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.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position: No

Department Id: 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital