Registered Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals • Apex, NC

315d • $22 - $25

About The Position

VCA Apex Animal Hospital is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician (or RVT eligible) to join the team at our AAHA-accredited practice! We are an AAHA-accredited canine and feline practice with a caring and supportive team. We offer Primary Care, Surgery, Dentistry and more. Our hours are Mon - Fri 7:30am - 5pm, Saturday 8am - 2pm, closed Sunday. Our great location close to US 1 and Hwy 540 is convenient to downtown Apex, Holly Springs, Cary, Raleigh, and Fuquay Varina. We have a large property and share our building with a large animal hospital. We operate separately, but the horses and goats they see can certainly make our day more interesting!

Requirements

• One year of experience in veterinary medicine preferred
• Proficiency in technical skills related to veterinary care
• Veterinary Technology Students encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and patient assessments
• Monitor anesthesia
• Prepare for and assist in surgeries
• Conduct dental procedures
• Perform radiology tasks
• Conduct laboratory work
• Perform venipuncture
• Place catheters
• Manage pharmacy tasks
• Assist in patient recovery
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Pet care discounts
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Health and well-being programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree