RVT Veterinary Technician — Growth & Benefits

Pawsclawsah; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Job summary

Paws & Claws Animal Hospital in Wilmington, NC seeks a registered veterinary technician to join our full-service practice serving cats, dogs, exotics and local wildlife. You will help with triage, lab work, imaging and client communication to ensure top-quality care.

The role involves anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance and maintaining smooth hospital flow; weekend availability is preferred. We offer ongoing training, competitive compensation and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• A registered veterinary technician (RVT) or eligible.
• High work ethic and positive attitude as a team member.
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work.
• Weekend availability (Saturday).
• Excellent customer service and precise communication.
• Ability to interpret medical records and client history.
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures and hospital flow.
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress, safe manner.
• Proficient in collecting blood, urine, fecal, and skin samples.
• Proficient in setting up and processing lab tests.
• Proficient in radiograph positioning; dental radiographs a plus.
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring.
• Self-starter with desire to advance knowledge and skills.
• Receives constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Diagnostic imaging, nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.
• Administration of medications and communication of treatment plans with clients.
• Surgical preparation and assistance, anesthesia management.
• Work within a team to maintain hospital efficiency and patient flow.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Punctuality

Saturday availability

Customer service

Accurate charting

Preventative care knowledge

Surgical procedures knowledge

Hospital workflow understanding

Animal restraint skills

Lab sample collection

Radiography positioning

Anesthesia monitoring

Willingness to learn

Education

Registered veterinary technician (RVT) or eligible

Tools

Radiography equipment knowledge

Job description

Paws & Claws Animal Hospital in Wilmington, NC seeks a registered veterinary technician to join our full-service practice serving cats, dogs, exotics and local wildlife. You will help with triage, lab work, imaging and client communication to ensure top-quality care.

The role involves anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance and maintaining smooth hospital flow; weekend availability is preferred. We offer ongoing training, competitive compensation and a supportive team environment.