Veterinary Technician - Friendly Animal Clinic

Greensboroncvet; Greensboro, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching

Pet discounts

Wellbeing support

CE stipends

Career development

Relief fund

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Friendly Animal Clinic in Greensboro, North Carolina, is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. Earn a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience as a credentialed veterinary technician.

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by delivering high-quality patient care and exceptional client service. The role requires CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT certification, surgical experience, and at least two years of veterinary assistant work.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT license required.
• Minimum two years’ veterinary assistant experience.
• One year of surgical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care and monitor vital signs.
• Assist doctors during surgeries and with medications.
• Perform lab tests and take radiographs.
• Maintain medical records and equipment.
• Greet clients and educate on wellness plans.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of hospital.

Skills

Surgical experience

Veterinary assistant experience

Client communication

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT license

Tools

Surgical equipment

Radiography equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Friendly Animal Clinic

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' Friendly Animal Clinicis currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Friendly Animal Clinic in Greensboro, North Carolina, lives up to its name with a welcoming, close-knit team dedicated to providing personalized, high-quality care in a positive and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or a Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT)
• Minimum of two years of experience as a veterinary assistant
• One year of surgical experience required

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7:45AM-6PM with rotating weekends (one day off during work week)

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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Why Consider Our Greensboro Hospital?

At Friendly Animal Clinic, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.

Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.

We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.

We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Friendly Animal Clinic, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.