Licensed Veterinary Technician — Surgery, Anesthesia & Client Care

Pinnacle Animal Hospital; Royal Pines (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401k, Roth 401k,

matching)

Bonus incentive

Career and professional development

State licensing fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Pinnacle Animal Hospital in North Carolina is seeking Credentialed Veterinary Technicians to join a team serving Asheville, Arden, Fletcher and surrounding areas. The role supports veterinarians with anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work, patient nursing, and client education.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available. The hospital emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and excellent client communication in a busy, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; with assistance for heavier loads.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment and lab areas; restock supplies and assist others to keep public areas clean.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Education

State veterinary license

Job description

Pinnacle Animal Hospital in North Carolina is seeking Credentialed Veterinary Technicians to join a team serving Asheville, Arden, Fletcher and surrounding areas. The role supports veterinarians with anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work, patient nursing, and client education.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available. The hospital emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and excellent client communication in a busy, patient-focused environment.