Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Center is a 24/7 emergency practice in coastal Swansboro, NC. We prioritize progressive, high-quality medicine with a strong focus on education and mentorship. We encourage cooperation between all members of the staff and hold monthly DVM meetings that are open to our technicians. Our collaborative team environment includes daily shift-change rounds, case review submissions from all staff, and more!
We’re equipped with advanced diagnostics and tools including: DR radiographs, ultrasound, endoscopy, IDEXX lab equipment, VetFlex ICU oxygen cages, digital cytology, a donor blood bank, Cubex inventory management, and Vetspire software. Our support staff includes RVTs, assistants, kennel techs, and CSRs, all contributing to a smooth workflow.
We have a fully functional break room that is stocked monthly with snacks and drinks and a hospital support kitty for comfort and laughs (Gus would love another human treat dispenser!). We emphasize not only a fun supportive team culture but also encourage work-life balance with flexible scheduling and protected time off. Burnout in veterinary medicine is real, and we want to help you love veterinary medicine. Enjoy your time off at any of the many local beaches or, if you are interested in more city adventures, Raleigh and Wilmington are both 2 hours or less away!
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Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
We’re looking for:
We offer our staff:
*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/
At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions that matter most for your patients and your community.
When a practice joins our network, the identity and leadership are maintained. Our role is to be a true partner, offering dedicated support in areas like recruitment, marketing, finance, and operations, so our veterinarians can stay focused on what they do best: caring for their patients.
Whether you're just getting started in your career, growing in a central support role, or planning for practice ownership, we’re here with personalized pathways and a team that’s behind you the whole way.
Our mission is simple: support those made to heal and care for animals while creating a place where veterinary professionals thrive. We build everything on a foundation of our core values: Passion, Engagement, Trust, and Service, a commitment that earned us a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025. We’re proud to share that recognition with every member of our team.
