NC State University
Clinical Technician - Omega Transitional Care
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Clinical Technician needed to provide primary technical support for the Omega Transitional Care service. The incumbent will assist veterinarians with examinations, assessments, treatments, animal handling, and restraint. Participate in client education and offer enhanced communication skills & empathy for patients & clients. Assist with and independently provide in-hospital and in-home consultations. Routinely provide quality of life assessments and patient progress reports. Offer patient and client support in pain management, nutrition, mobility, rehabilitation, and end of life process. Provide an empathetic approach to sharing knowledge of terminal illness & death and the overall grief process. Provide secondary technical support for the Small Animal Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine service. Ensure good communication and collaboration with all ancillary services and other areas of the hospital.
Responsibilities
Provide primary technical support for Omega Transitional Care service.
Assist veterinarians with examinations, assessments, treatments, animal handling and restraint.
Participate in client education and offer enhanced communication skills & empathy for patients & clients.
Assist with and independently provide in-hospital and in-home consultations.
Routinely provide quality of life assessments and patient progress reports.
Offer patient and client support in pain management, nutrition, mobility, rehabilitation, and end of life process.
Provide an empathetic approach to sharing knowledge of terminal illness & death and overall grief process.
Provide secondary technical support for Small Animal Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine service.
Ensure good communication and collaboration with all ancillary services and other areas of the hospital.
Work Schedule Mon - Friday 8 am to 5 pm as needed for service coverage.
Qualifications
Graduation from an AVMA-accredited two-year veterinary technician program.
Registered/Licensed/Certified by any state (prefer RVT).
2+ years of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting; 3 years in Primary Care preferred.
Previous experience with end‑of‑life care and euthanasia process.
Technical skills: sample collection (venipuncture), medication & sedation administration, drug calculations, low‑stress animal handling, general care principles, geriatric care principles, basic rehabilitation skills.
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work beyond scheduled hours when needed.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and participate in problem‑solving.
Ability to work independently and practice good judgment.
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.
Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free.
Equal Opportunity Employer NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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Responsibilities
Provide primary technical support for Omega Transitional Care service.
Assist veterinarians with examinations, assessments, treatments, animal handling and restraint.
Participate in client education and offer enhanced communication skills & empathy for patients & clients.
Assist with and independently provide in-hospital and in-home consultations.
Routinely provide quality of life assessments and patient progress reports.
Offer patient and client support in pain management, nutrition, mobility, rehabilitation, and end of life process.
Provide an empathetic approach to sharing knowledge of terminal illness & death and overall grief process.
Provide secondary technical support for Small Animal Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine service.
Ensure good communication and collaboration with all ancillary services and other areas of the hospital.
Work Schedule Mon - Friday 8 am to 5 pm as needed for service coverage.
Qualifications
Graduation from an AVMA-accredited two-year veterinary technician program.
Registered/Licensed/Certified by any state (prefer RVT).
2+ years of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting; 3 years in Primary Care preferred.
Previous experience with end‑of‑life care and euthanasia process.
Technical skills: sample collection (venipuncture), medication & sedation administration, drug calculations, low‑stress animal handling, general care principles, geriatric care principles, basic rehabilitation skills.
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work beyond scheduled hours when needed.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and participate in problem‑solving.
Ability to work independently and practice good judgment.
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.
Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free.
Equal Opportunity Employer NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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