Mixed Pet Veterinary Hospital - Veterinary Technician

VetEvolve • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians and the medical support team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. The role performs technical, clinical, and client education duties that support efficient operations, a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and a positive client experience. It also helps maintain consistent medical standards and operational flow.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed, certified, or registered Veterinary Technician credential.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
• Basic computer literacy, including practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Compassion and commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.
• Ability to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.
• Prepare, monitor, and recover surgical patients, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout care.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, including restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics, including urinalysis, hematology, fecal testing, and cytology; document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments in compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations.
• Maintain daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances.
• Create, review, and accurately enter treatment plans in the medical record system.
• Support hospital operations through medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing.
• Educate clients about preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and stocked treatment and surgical areas, including sterile conditions for procedures.
• Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs.
• Perform duties in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED