Ethos Veterinary Health
Veterinary Technician, Surgery Anesthesia
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Wilmington, NC
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Healthcare
- Posted
Must have
- Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) status required
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience; surgery or anesthesia experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of anesthesia induction, monitoring, drug calculations, pharmacology, and fluid therapy
- Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, phlebotomy, diagnostic imaging, laboratory procedures, restraint, and patient monitoring
- Advanced anesthesia experience strongly preferred for consideration for the higher sign-on bonus
- Strong attention to detail and ability to remain calm and respond quickly in emergency situations
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds safely
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.
Full description
Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery & Anesthesia | $26–$35/hr Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center | Wilmington, NCFull-Time | Five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week | Overtime opportunities available$1,500 sign-on bonus for RVT candidates, with potential for up to $3,000 for RVTs with advanced anesthesia experience, pending skills assessment
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Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center (ECVMC) is hiring an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery & Anesthesia team in Wilmington, NC. This is an excellent opportunity for an RVT who enjoys advanced surgery, anesthesia, and complex patient care while working alongside board-certified surgeons and an anesthesiologist.
Compensation
- $26–$35/hour based on experience and licensure
- $1,500 sign-on bonus available to RVT candidates
- Potential for up to $3,000 sign-on bonus for RVTs with advanced anesthesia experience, pending skills assessment
- Overtime opportunities available
Benefits
- Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Discounted employee pet insurance, pet services, and supplies
- 401(k) with employer matching
- VetBloom learning and development platform with RACE-approved CE
- Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
- RECOVER CPR and Fear Free certification initiatives
- Ethos peer-to-peer mentorship networks
- Veterinary Social Worker on staff
- Referral program
- Uniform allowance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional development assistance for continued RVT/CVT development and aspiring VTS team members
- Additional benefits available through Ethos Veterinary Health
Schedule
- Full-time
- Five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week
Responsibilities
- Support surgical admissions, patient preparation, anesthesia, monitoring, and recovery
- Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs throughout surgical procedures
- Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement and assist with fluid therapy and medication administration
- Maintain accurate medical records, daily charges, and surgical documentation
- Maintain aseptic technique and ensure proper use of surgical equipment
- Support emergency transfers and hospitalized patients
- Coordinate patient discharges and review at-home care instructions with clients
- Communicate effectively with clients and the veterinary medical team
- Help ensure smooth patient flow from admission through discharge