Veterinary Technician: Advanced Care, Anesthesia & Client Education

NVA General Practice; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NVA General Practice in Durham, NC is seeking a credentialed Veterinary Nurse/Technician to deliver advanced nursing care and support clinicians in a fast-paced hospital environment, prioritizing patient advocacy and high clinical quality.

You will perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor vitals, assist with anesthesia and procedures, prepare and administer medications, document findings, and educate clients while collaborating closely with veterinarians and the client service team to

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program is preferred.
• Credentialed, licensed, or registered as required by state regulation.
• Strong clinical, technical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in emergency, specialty, or high-acuity practice.
• Interest in leadership or advanced clinical development.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care across all phases of the patient experience, including intake, diagnostics, treatment, procedures, anesthesia, and recovery
• Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor vital signs and clinical status, and document findings accurately in the medical record
• Calculate, prepare, administer, and monitor medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed by a veterinarian and permitted by law
• Assist with diagnostic procedures, including laboratory testing, imaging preparation, and sample collection
• Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition
• Advocate for patient safety, comfort, pain management, and evidence-based medical care

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Emergency/high-acuity experience

Education

Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program

Job description

NVA General Practice in Durham, NC is seeking a credentialed Veterinary Nurse/Technician to deliver advanced nursing care and support clinicians in a fast-paced hospital environment, prioritizing patient advocacy and high clinical quality.

You will perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor vitals, assist with anesthesia and procedures, prepare and administer medications, document findings, and educate clients while collaborating closely with veterinarians and the client service team to