The Sound Cat Veterinary hospital

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Living in Wilmington, NC
Living in Wilmington, NC offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and vibrant community life. Nestled between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, Wilmington boasts beautiful beaches, a historic downtown with cobblestone streets and riverfront dining, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. Whether you’re into kayaking at sunrise, exploring local boutiques and breweries, or catching live music and festivals, there’s always something to enjoy. Wilmington isn’t just a great place to be—it’s a place you’ll be excited to call home!

Working with the Sound Cat Team
Joining the team at The Sound Cat Veterinary Hospital means stepping into a warm, welcoming environment where compassionate care and teamwork go hand in hand. As a feline-only practice, we’re dedicated to creating a calm, thoughtful experience for our patients—and that same care extends to our clients and each other. You’ll be part of a tight-knit group of veterinary professionals who support one another, celebrate wins big and small, and share plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you’re in the exam room or lending a hand behind the scenes, you’ll find a place where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and you’re truly part of something special.

Veterinarian

The Sound Cat was a vision that came to life in 2006. The mission to provide top-quality feline healthcare founded The Sound Cat Veterinary Hospital. Beyond the state-of-the-art medical facility, the Sound Cat team provides various feline-only wellness, surgical, diagnostic, and specialty veterinary services.

We are AAHA accredited meaning our practice coincides with the highest standards of veterinary medicine. Our hospital is spacious, well maintained, and always equipped to provide patients with the best wellness, diagnostic, and surgical care. Everyday we utilize equipment such as:

Digital radiology
Ultrasound
Full in-house laboratory
Surgical suite with laser equipment, anesthesia system, and heating system
Dental suite
Tonopen and Digital Retinal Imaging
Endoscopy and Rhinoscopy

Position Purpose:

We are adding another veterinarian to our team! Our team of multiple DVMs, licensed veterinary technicians, assistants, and receptionists eagerly welcome another team member with opens arms. Come practice with us along the beautiful Atlantic Coast.

We welcome any veterinarians looking to join an exemplary practice with a passionate and tight-knit staff. For any new or recent graduates, we are happy to provide individualized and structured mentorship.

If you have previous experience with radioactive iodine, there is high demand at our practice. We will have a clientele base ready for you and your services!

Here any DVM will be able to nourish and display their veterinary skills to the highest form!

About the area: Wilmington is one of North Carolina’s most accessible coastal destinations. It’s home to a historic downtown river front and three beautiful island beaches. It has great attractions such as the waterfront park and amphitheater, vibrant locally-owned shops and restaurants, and a thriving art and cultural scene. Here you feel like you’re living in a Hollywood backdrop!

Essential Responsibilities:

Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
Maintain patients’ medical records.
Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
Appropriate state licensure.
Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered:

Competitive Compensation
Unlimited personal time
Bonus incentives
Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
CE and licensure reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
Managing career path development
Employee Assistance Program
DVM Referral Program
Mental Health Resources
Relocation assistance available

All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience

Pay Range: $ USD $100,000.00 – USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

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Veterinary Technician

Digital radiology
Ultrasound
Full in-house laboratory
Surgical suite with laser equipment, anesthesia system, and heating system
Dental suite
Tonopen and Digital Retinal Imaging
Endoscopy and Rhinoscopy

More about the Role
The Veterinary Technician assists the veterinarians and other technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.
Competencies

Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

Ability to work on weekends as required
Previous veterinary experience preferred
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered