Registered Veterinary Technician

North Star Veterinary Hospital•Parkton, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At North Star Veterinary Hospital, we’re a collaborative, client-centered team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care across a diverse range of species. As an established mixed animal hospital in Parkton, our caseload goes far beyond dogs and cats- we regularly care for horses, reptiles, and small mammals- which offers a dynamic and engaging environment where no two days are the same! We believe great patient care starts with a supported and empowered team. That’s why we foster a workplace centered on professional growth, hands-on learning, and mutual respect. From continuing education opportunities to a culture that values your skills and voice, we’re dedicated to helping our technicians thrive. We’re currently seeking a skilled Registered Veterinary Technician who is passionate about patient care, eager to grow, and excited to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team. If this sounds like the place you want to be, we look forward to connecting! Our hours of operation are: Monday - Friday: 7am – 5pm We are closed on weekends Learn more about us by clicking here!

Requirements

A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required
1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Proficiency in computer related tasks, including medical record notations
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress dog and cat restraint techniques is required
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, and fecal specimens
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

Nice To Haves

Additional restraint techniques for other species can be trained if desired
additional skills in dental radiography being a plus

Responsibilities

Animal restraint
obtaining patient history and vitals
triage of incoming patients
collection and analysis of lab samples
phlebotomy
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
anesthetic management

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Personal Pet Discounts
Holiday Pay
Uniform Allowance
Bonuses