Veterinary Technician- Specialty Surgery

Socket.dev; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health plans (2 options)

401(k) with match

Life insurance for dependents

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Continuing education allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Wake Veterinary Medical Center in Raleigh is seeking a Veterinary Technician-Specialty Surgery to join a collaborative team. The hospital offers 24-hour care with a focus on high-quality medicine and work-life balance.

Responsibilities include assisting with surgeries, triaging patients, diagnostic testing, and client communication. Strong teamwork and professional demeanor are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Certified veterinary technician with knowledge of veterinary terminology and medical documentation.
• Experience assisting in surgical settings is preferred.
• Ability to perform triage and vital signs assessment in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures and patient monitoring.
• Perform radiographs and basic diagnostics.
• Communicate with clients about patient care and aftercare instructions.
• Maintain sterile technique and equipment.
• Discharge medications and manage IV lines and catheters.

Skills

Client communication

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Vital signs/assessments

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) / CVT

Tools

Radiography

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Description

Wake Veterinary Medical Center in Raleigh is currently seeking a Veterinary Technician-Specialty Surgery to join our collaborative and compassionate team. Known for balancing high-quality medicine with a healthy work-life balance, our team is frequently praised for being both fun and incredibly skilled—a great combination!

Why Wake Veterinary Medical Center?

Wake Vet is a 24-hour hybrid hospital offering primary care, emergency, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, advanced imaging (ultrasound and 64-slice CT), and cardiology services through our partnership with CVCA. We’ve recently doubled our facility space, added dedicated special procedures and chemotherapy rooms, and expanded our diagnostic capabilities to better support our patients and referring veterinarians. We’re also known for exceptional ICU care, delivered by a stable and experienced team of credentialed technicians and assistants. Located in Knightdale, NC—just off I-540,we’re a quick and easy commute from anywhere in the Research Triangle. Raleigh is consistently ranked among the top cities to live in the U.S., offering everything from highly rated schools and family-friendly amenities to incredible food, extensive trails, and a central location in the state.

Duties:

• Client communication
• Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.
• Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work
• Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
• Assisting in taking radiographs
• Giving IV & IM injections
• Dispensing controlled drugs
• Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
• Monitor Surgical procedures.
• Lab Diagnostics
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.
• Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
• Ability to provide high quality customer service.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.

Perks and benefits include:

• Tuition assistance
• A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Dental and vision coverage available
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting
• Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available
• Paid time off / holidays
• Health Savings Account available
• Short term disability available
• Supplemental critical illness and accident plans available
• Uniform allowance
• Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians
• Employee assistance program

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.