Surgery & Anesthesia RVT - Sign-On Bonus

ethosveterinaryhealth; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

CE opportunities

Pet benefits and staff discounts

Mentorship programs

Veterinary Social Worker on staff

Referral program

Uniform allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center (ECVMC) in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join the Surgery & Anesthesia team. This full-time role involves advanced surgery, anesthesia, and complex patient care alongside board-certified surgeons and an anesthesiologist.

We offer a $26–$35/hr compensation range based on experience and licensure, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus and potential up to $3,000 for RVTs with advanced anesthesia experience.

Qualifications

• Current RVT status required.
• Minimum 2 years veterinary technician experience; surgery or anesthesia experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia induction, monitoring, drug calculations, pharmacology, and fluid therapy.
• Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, phlebotomy, diagnostic imaging, laboratory procedures, restraint, and patient monitoring.
• Advanced anesthesia experience strongly preferred for higher sign-on bonus.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills.

Responsibilities

• Support surgical admissions, patient preparation, anesthesia, monitoring, and recovery.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs throughout surgical procedures.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement and assist with fluid therapy and medication administration.
• Maintain accurate medical records, daily charges, and surgical documentation.
• Maintain aseptic technique and ensure proper use of surgical equipment.
• Support emergency transfers and hospitalized patients.
• Coordinate patient discharges and review at-home care instructions with clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients and the veterinary medical team.
• Help ensure smooth patient flow from admission through discharge.

Skills

RVT

Surgery experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Lifting 40 lbs

Education

RVT certification

Job description

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center (ECVMC) in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join the Surgery & Anesthesia team. This full-time role involves advanced surgery, anesthesia, and complex patient care alongside board-certified surgeons and an anesthesiologist.

We offer a $26–$35/hr compensation range based on experience and licensure, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus and potential up to $3,000 for RVTs with advanced anesthesia experience.