Veterinary Technician: Advanced Surgery & Anesthesia

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Employee pet care discounts

Job summary

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital in Hickory, NC is expanding its Surgery and Anesthesia team. This full-time role offers hands-on training ahead of the January 2027 expansion and the opportunity to work with experienced surgeons and emergency clinicians.

We’re seeking an RVT or experienced veterinary assistant with strong surgery or anesthesia experience to join in November for training. Ideal candidates thrive in a high-volume specialty environment and are ready to grow

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary surgery, anesthesia, emergency medicine, specialty medicine, or high‑volume surgery.
• Strong understanding of anesthesia monitoring, perioperative nursing, and patient safety.
• Ability to stay calm, organized and focused during emergencies.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to obtain RECOVER CPR certification or have it already.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery, anesthesia, and advanced procedures.
• Calculate and administer anesthetic and perioperative medications.
• Monitor anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery; manage vital signs.

Skills

Surgery anesthesia

Emergency medicine

Communication

Teamwork

CPR certification

Education

RVT/LVT/CVT preferred

Job description

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital in Hickory, NC is expanding its Surgery and Anesthesia team. This full-time role offers hands-on training ahead of the January 2027 expansion and the opportunity to work with experienced surgeons and emergency clinicians.

We’re seeking an RVT or experienced veterinary assistant with strong surgery or anesthesia experience to join in November for training. Ideal candidates thrive in a high-volume specialty environment and are ready to grow