Compassionate Veterinary Technician: Patient Care & Surgery

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Veterinary Technician to provide high-quality care for Vetco Total Care patients and exceptional service to clients.

You will work closely with veterinarians to support exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and post-procedure care in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role emphasizes patient-first care, teamwork, and ongoing training, with duties including taking vitals, documenting visits, and assisting with a range of clinical procedures.

Qualifications

• College or college-equivalent education completed for Credentialed Veterinary Technician status.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a veterinary practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and able to maintain professionalism in stressful situations.
• Telephone and computer skills are required to manage client communication and records.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, take vitals, and document visits in the EMR.
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Perform restraint, collect lab samples, handle medications, and maintain medical records.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay results, and manage inventory and accounts.
• Prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia under vet direction, and discharge or transfer patients as needed.
• Provide in-hospital treatments and support, participate in training of new staff, and keep the hospital clean and organized.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Compassionate

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is hiring a Veterinary Technician to provide high-quality care for Vetco Total Care patients and exceptional service to clients.

You will work closely with veterinarians to support exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and post-procedure care in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role emphasizes patient-first care, teamwork, and ongoing training, with duties including taking vitals, documenting visits, and assisting with a range of clinical procedures.