Anesthesia Veterinary Technician

North Carolina State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina State University’s CVM Teaching Hospital in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Anesthesia Veterinary Technician. The role provides advanced anesthetic support for diverse species in a fast-paced teaching hospital and requires strong clinical knowledge and mentorship of students.

The anticipated hiring range is $53,000 to $61,400 with VTS, with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential overtime. Applicants must have an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program and licensing as required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician in a clinical setting.
• Experience providing anesthesia and perioperative nursing care for diverse species.
• Knowledge of infection control, biosecurity, OSHA, EHS, and radiation safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive anesthetic and peri-anesthetic care for diverse species.
• Operate and monitor advanced anesthetic equipment and patient care devices.
• Document patient care in hospital systems and assist with teaching and mentoring learners.
• Collaborate with specialty services and educate new staff and students in a teaching hospital environment.

Skills

Anesthesia experience

Teaching/Mentoring

Infection control knowledge

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program

Job description

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG195314SP

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title Anesthesia Veterinary Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range $53,000 - $61,400 with VTS

Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with occasional overtime.

Job Location Raleigh, NC

Department CVM Teaching Hospital

About The Department

Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation’s highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks And Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical , Dental , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Anesthesia Department provides advanced anesthetic support to a varied patient population across the hospital campus, including small, large, and exotic species. This role requires advanced veterinary medical knowledge, strong time-management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, teaching-focused clinical environment. The position collaborates closely with specialty services, clinicians, staff, and students to coordinate and deliver high-quality anesthetic and perioperative care. Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessment, administration of complex anesthetic and medical treatments, continuous monitoring during diagnostic and surgical procedures, post-operative recovery, and strict adherence to infectious disease and safety protocols. This role also supports hospital operations through documentation, workflow coordination, and the training and mentoring of learners and new staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive anesthetic and peri-anesthetic care, including pre-anesthetic assessments, high-risk drug calculations, advanced monitoring, life-saving interventions, pain management, and post-operative recovery for small, large, and exotic species.

Monitoring, Equipment & Technical Proficiency

• Operate, interpret, and maintain advanced anesthetic and physiologic monitoring equipment and specialized patient care devices to ensure patient safety during surgical, diagnostic, and imaging procedures.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Coordinate care and communicate effectively with specialty services, clinicians, staff, and students across multiple hospital service areas to support complex medical and surgical cases.
• Education, Training & Mentorship
• Orient, teach, and coach new staff, students, interns, and residents on anesthetic procedures, hospital policies, and patient care standards in a teaching-hospital environment.

Documentation, Safety & Compliance

• Accurately document patient care and treatments within hospital information systems while maintaining a clean, safe work environment and adhering to infectious disease protocols, OSHA , EHS , and radiation safety standards.

Physical Requirements

• Capable of lifting up to 60 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary technician in a clinical setting, preferably at a teaching hospital.
• Experience providing anesthesia and perioperative nursing care for small animals, large animals, exotic species, or a combination of diverse veterinary patient populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with advanced anesthetic monitoring equipment, physiologic monitoring devices, ventilators, infusion pumps, and other specialized patient care equipment used during surgical and diagnostic procedures.
• Experience teaching, mentoring, or training veterinary students, interns, residents, or clinical staff in a teaching hospital or clinical practice environment.
• Knowledge of veterinary infection control, biosecurity, OSHA , EHS , and radiation safety practices, with a demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe clinical environment.

Required License Or Certification

• Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state
• Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program.

Valid NC Driver's License required No

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 11/12/2026

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 11/19/2026

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number 00060146

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range $ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency GN08

Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position No

Department Id 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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