Registered Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Parkton (NC); On-site; USD 26,174 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Parkton seeks a passionate Registered Veterinary Technician to join their team. Responsibilities include animal restraint, patient assessment, and assisting with surgeries. Ideal candidates will have a mix of technical expertise and a commitment to animal welfare. The position offers opportunities for growth and a competitive pay range from $19 to $26 per hour depending on experience. Competitive benefits include paid leave, educational allowances, and more.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician with active license required.
• 1+ year professional experience preferred.
• Proficiency in computer tasks related to medical records.

Responsibilities

• Perform animal restraint and obtain patient history.
• Manage nursing care for hospitalized cases.
• Assist in surgical preparation and anesthesia management.

Skills

Animal restraint

Client communication

Medical record management

Sample collection methods

Anesthesia administration

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

At North Star Veterinary Hospital, we’re a collaborative, client-centered team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care across a diverse range of species. As an established mixed animal hospital in Parkton, our caseload goes far beyond dogs and cats- we regularly care for horses, reptiles, and small mammals- which offers a dynamic and engaging environment where no two days are the same!

We believe great patient care starts with a supported and empowered team. That’s why we foster a workplace centered on professional growth, hands-on learning, and mutual respect. From continuing education opportunities to a culture that values your skills and voice, we’re dedicated to helping our technicians thrive.

We’re currently seeking a skilled Registered Veterinary Technician who is passionate about patient care, eager to grow, and excited to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team. If this sounds like the place you want to be, we look forward to connecting!

Job duties include, but are not limited, to:

• Animal restraint
• Obtaining patient history and vitals
• Triage of incoming patients
• Collection and analysis of lab samples
• Phlebotomy
• Diagnostic imaging
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
• Administration of medications
• Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Anesthetic management

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development!

Qualifications

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
• Proficiency in computer related tasks, including medical record notations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
• Expertise in safe and low-stress dog and cat restraint techniques is required. Additional restraint techniques for other species can be trained if desired.
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, and fecal specimens.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $19 - $26/hr. depending on level of experience.

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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