Veterinary Technician North Paw Animal Hospital - 3.0 Durham, NC Job Details Part-time | Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description eterinary Nurse/Technician Job Description Job Summary The Veterinary Nurse/Technician is a credentialed medical professional who provides advanced nursing care and technical support to veterinarians in a fast-paced veterinary hospital environment. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care; supporting efficient medical workflows; and serving as a clinical resource for the healthcare team. Veterinary technicians/nurses practice in accordance with their education, training, and credential, and play a key role in patient advocacy, medical quality, and client education. Core Responsibilities Patient Care & Nursing Practice

• Provide comprehensive nursing care across all phases of the patient experience, including intake, diagnostics, treatment, procedures, anesthesia, and recovery
• Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor vital signs and clinical status, and document findings accurately in the medical record
• Calculate, prepare, administer, and monitor medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed by a veterinarian and permitted by law
• Assist with diagnostic procedures, including laboratory testing, imaging preparation, and sample collection
• Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition
• Advocate for patient safety, comfort, pain management, and evidence-based medical care Team-Based Care & Workflow Efficiency
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and client service team to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient care delivery
• Partner with veterinary assistants to support efficient, team-based care by ensuring responsibilities align with each role's intended scope and skill set.
• Support the development of the healthcare team through collaborative learning, knowledge-sharing, and clinical guidance.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, communication, and patient care Client Communication & Education
• Provide clear, compassionate education to clients regarding diagnostics, treatments, medications, and ongoing care
• Reinforce medical recommendations and ensure client understanding
• Support client understanding of recommended treatments by answering appropriate questions and providing calm, compassionate communication during difficult situations. Professional Practice & Compliance
• Practice in accordance with applicable state or provincial veterinary practice acts and hospital policies
• Maintain active licensure, certification, or registration and required continuing education
• Comply with all hospital protocols, including but not limited to safety practices, infection control standards, and controlled substance procedures.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, accountability, and professionalism Hospital Operations & Collaboration
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
• Properly use, clean, and maintain medical equipment and supplies
• Collaborate effectively with the entire healthcare team to support patient care and hospital operations Qualifications
• Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program preferred
• Credentialed, licensed, or registered as required by state or provincial regulation
• Strong clinical, technical, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience in emergency, specialty, or high-acuity practice
• Interest in leadership, training, or advanced clinical development Physical & Work Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift patients for extended periods
• Manual dexterity to perform clinical procedures
• Ability to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays