Our Services Include

• Preventative and Wellness Care
• General Surgery and Dentistry
• Digital Radiology
• In-House Laboratory Diagnostics
• Rehabilitation Services
• Urgent Care
• Spay and Neuter Procedures

What You'll Do

Clinical and Technical Support

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, procedures, and surgeries
• Perform safe animal restraint and patient handling
• Collect diagnostic samples, including blood, urine, and fecal specimens
• Support anesthesia preparation and monitoring based on experience and training
• Administer medications as directed by the veterinarian
• Monitor hospitalized and post-operative patients
• Assist with laboratory diagnostics and patient treatments

Client Communication and Education

• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, preventative care, and home care recommendations
• Provide discharge instructions and follow-up guidance
• Deliver compassionate, professional communication during every client interaction

Hospital Operations

• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean, organized, and stocked
• Collaborate closely with DVMs, RVTs, Veterinary Assistants, and support staff to ensure exceptional patient care

Qualifications

•  Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods 
•  Ability to lift, carry, and safely restrain patients weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate 
•  Ability to perform veterinary nursing tasks requiring manual dexterity, including sample collection, medication administration, and patient care 
•  Ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members and maintain accurate medical records 
•  Ability to work in a veterinary hospital environment with exposure to animals, allergens, cleaning products, medications, and bodily fluids 
•  Ability to adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment with changing priorities and patient care needs 

Schedule Requirements

•  Full-time schedule based on hospital needs 
•  Flexibility to support occasional weekends or extended hours as needed 
•  Reliable transportation required

Veterinary Assistant Candidates

• 1–2+ years of veterinary or animal care experience required
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Strong patient care, anesthesia, laboratory, and clinical nursing skills required
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities
• Passion for veterinary medicine and professional growth

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT) Candidates

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Active North Carolina veterinary technician license or eligibility for licensure

HeadStart Student Loan Support Program

Supporting Newly Credentialed Veterinary Technicians

• Graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Successfully obtained licensure within the past three years

Investing in Your Growth

Credentialed Technician Support

• Licensure Application and Renewal Reimbursement
• Continuing Education (CE) Allowance
• Paid CE Time Off
• Professional Membership and Dues Support
• Advanced Technical Skill Development
• Leadership and Career Growth Opportunities

Comprehensive Full-Time Benefits

Health and Financial Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and credentialing
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Mental Health and Wellness Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Calm Health Wellness Program, providing personalized resources for:
  • Stress management
  • Mindfulness and meditation
  • Sleep improvement
  • Emotional wellbeing and resilience

Legal and Family Support

• Rocket Lawyer Legal Benefits, providing access to:
  • Legal document preparation
  • Estate planning resources
  • Attorney consultations
  • Legal support for you and your immediate family

Additional Employee Perks

• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Professional Development Resources
• Ongoing Training and Mentorship
• Career Advancement Opportunities Within Innovetive Petcare

Why Edenton, NC?

• Waterfront views and coastal charm
• Affordable cost of living
• Strong community atmosphere
• Outdoor recreation and relaxed lifestyle
• Excellent work-life balance

Ready to Join Our Team?

• Veterinary Assistant Jobs in North Carolina
• Veterinary Technician Jobs in Edenton, NC
• RVT and LVT Careers
• Veterinary Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Small Animal Veterinary Hospital Careers
• Veterinary Technician CE and Licensure Support

Join Chowan Animal Hospital and build a veterinary career where you are supported, valued, and empowered to grow.