ICU Veterinary Technician​/Assistant; 2nd Shift

ICU Veterinary Technician/Assistant (2nd Shift)

Location:

Matthews, NC

Position:
Full-time Veterinary Technician or Assistant – ICU department (2nd shift)

Pay:
Veterinary Technician starting at $25+/hr
;
Veterinary Assistant starting at $22+/hr + shift differential for overnight hours.

• Preparing and dispensing medications as directed
• Maintaining accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Monitoring patients for signs of illness or distress and ensuring they are clean, comfortable, and hydrated
• Communicating effectively with pet owners and the veterinary team

• Assist veterinarians in emergency and ICU procedures
• Monitor vital signs, place IV catheters, draw blood, and take X-rays
• Clean and dress wounds, apply bandages or casts, and administer injections
• Taking care of patients in our ICU

• Compassion & Care:
  Builds trust and demonstrates empathy toward pets and their families
• Teamwork:
  Collaborates effectively in a fast‑paced, supportive environment
• Dependability:
  Delivers consistent, high‑quality results
• Initiative:
  Takes ownership and anticipates needs
• Flexibility:
  Adapts to changing priorities and patient needs
• Communication:
  Communicates clearly and professionally with clients and colleagues
• Organization:
  Maintains accurate records and orderly work spaces
• Compliance:
  Follows hospital policies and safety procedures

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in General Practice, Emergency, Specialty, or Urgent Care veterinary settings
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

• Full‑time, day shift starting between 3pm; typically 10‑hour days but some 12‑hour days will be included.
• Rotating biweekly schedule with weekends and some holidays required

• Skilled in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery
• Proficient in phlebotomy, catheter placement, radiology, and emergency procedures
• Able to safely handle and restrain animals, including those that are injured or stressed
• Comfortable working with chemicals, anesthetic gases, and biological materials
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Strong multitasking and communication skills
• Professional demeanor and commitment to quality patient care

Carolina Veterinary Specialists is part of Pet Vet Care Centers, a nationwide network of over 420 hospitals and 11,000 veterinary professionals, including more than 1,700 veterinarians. At Pet Vet, we’re dedicated to a Culture of Care—for pets, their owners, and the teams who make it all possible.

Pet Vet Care Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. EOE, M/F/D/V