Veterinary Technician, Emergency
About The Position
Looking for a Veterinary Technician role where you can grow your emergency and critical care skills while working alongside board-certified specialists in a collaborative, high-acuity environment? Join South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital serving Western North Carolina and surrounding communities. As a Registered Veterinary Technician on our Overnight Emergency & Critical Care team, you’ll work hands-on with advanced cases, modern technology, and a highly supportive team that values mentorship, teamwork, and professional growth. Our newly expanded hospital features advanced technology including MRI, CT, endoscopy, and modern ICU monitoring equipment. We prioritize mentorship, teamwork, continuing education, and professional growth, creating an environment where every shift gives technicians the opportunity to continue developing their skills, work at the top of their license, and deliver exceptional patient care.
Requirements
- Registered, Certified, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT/LVT)
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary emergency or specialty experience preferred
- Experience in a fast-paced ER or ICU environment strongly preferred
- Strong technical, communication, and teamwork skills
- Advanced patient handling and restraint skills
- Ability to adapt and remain calm in high-acuity situations
- EzyVet and SmartFlow experience preferred
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Nice To Haves
- Additional compensation available for VTS candidates
Responsibilities
- Triage emergency and critical care patients
- Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients
- Assist DVMs with emergency procedures, diagnostics, and treatments
- Perform laboratory testing and patient monitoring
- Support advanced imaging and specialty procedures
- Administer medications and treatments accurately
- Assist with CPR and trauma cases
- Maintain detailed and accurate medical records
- Deliver compassionate communication and client support
- Collaborate closely with emergency veterinarians and specialty teams
Benefits
- $2,500 Sign-On Bonus Structure available to Registered Veterinary Technicians
- Up to $2,500 Relocation Assistance available to eligible Registered Veterinary Technicians
- $1,500 annual CE allowance for Registered Veterinary Technician team members
- Out-of-state license transfer costs covered
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Generous paid time off
- Discounted employee pet insurance
- Access to VetBloom RACE-approved CE platform
- Nursing Leadership Program opportunities
- Peer-to-peer mentorship programs
- Recover and Fear Free certification initiatives
- Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Work-life balance focused culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
