Mixed Pet Veterinary Hospital - Veterinary Technician

VetEvolve•Charlotte, NC

20h

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 to support efficient operations, a safe and collaborative hospital environment, a positive client experience, and consistent medical standards. The technician provides nursing care to hospitalized patients, assists with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgery, and prepares, monitors, and recovers surgical patients. The role also performs laboratory diagnostics, operates and maintains diagnostic equipment, administers prescribed medications and treatments, maintains controlled-substance records, and supports accurate treatment plans and medical records. The position includes educating clients, maintaining clean and stocked treatment and surgical areas, monitoring inventory, and collaborating across departments. Duties must comply with applicable state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies. The posted schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., with rotating staff working until 4:00 p.m.; and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. on a rotating basis.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Required 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 and the ability to work collaboratively.
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.
Comfort with sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
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 patients undergoing surgery, maintaining patient 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 radiology and ultrasound equipment 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 enter treatment plans in the medical record system.
Support hospital operations with accurate medical records, charge entry, and chart auditing.
Educate clients about preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutrition.
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 and professional workplace through communication, teamwork, and collaboration.
Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs.
Perform duties in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.