Description

Surgical Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Compensation: $21.00 - $26.00 / hour

Description

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital is a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital providing 24/7 emergency care and advanced specialty services to pets and their families across North Carolina. Our board-certified specialists and experienced emergency clinicians work side-by-side with a skilled technical team to deliver exceptional, compassionate care—day or night.

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with a strong background in surgical nursing and anesthesia to join our growing specialty and emergency team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a surgical technician who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and wants to contribute to cutting-edge procedures and patient outcomes.

Here is What Your day May Consist of:

• Provide skilled technical support during specialty and emergency surgeries, including orthopedic, soft tissue, and critical procedures.
• Perform anesthetic induction, maintenance, and monitoring, adjusting as needed for patient safety and comfort.
• Prepare surgical suites and patients for procedures, maintaining sterile technique and ensuring proper instrument handling.
• Oversee post-operative recovery and pain management, closely monitoring patient vitals and progress.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, fellow technicians, and clients to support optimal patient care.
• Maintain detailed surgical and anesthesia records, logs, and treatment notes.
• Assist in surgical equipment sterilization and inventory management.
• Support training and mentorship of veterinary assistants and junior technicians as needed.

Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:

• Current LVT license in North Carolina (or eligibility to obtain).
• Minimum 2 years of surgical or specialty experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia protocols, emergency response, and critical care procedures.
• Comfort working with a variety of species and complex medical conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient advocacy.
• Weekend / holiday on-call is required

Here is What We Will Offer You:

• Exceptional compensation
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
• Retirement: 401(K) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Training and career development
• Paid license fees and dues
• Generous CE allowance
• Paid VTS specialization

Ready for your next Adventure to live your best Veterinary Lifestyle? Apply Today!!!

About Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital is a multi-specialty practice with specialists in internal medicine, surgery, and 24-hour emergency and critical care housed in a beautiful newly built 12,000-square-foot Hospital in Hickory, NC.

We have 12 exam rooms, a fully equipped rehabilitation department, and state-of-the-art equipment. We have the ability to provide superior specialty care with computed tomography, fluoroscopy, digital radiology, color-flow doppler ultrasound, I-131 therapy, minimally invasive surgical equipment, and comprehensive surgical instrumentation.

We have a team of highly skilled board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, veterinary technicians, and support staff that believe in quality and excellence in everything we do and encourage individuals who embrace a fast-paced atmosphere with honesty and transparency.

Hear more about working with us from the team at Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital!

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.