Veterinary Technician - Surgery and Anesthesia

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Preferred | Experienced Veterinary Assistants Encouraged to Apply Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Surgery & Anesthesia Veterinary Technician to join our specialty team. If you are a confident veterinary professional who thrives in a high-volume Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital , enjoys advanced anesthesia, loves the operating room, and takes pride in exceptional patient care, we would love to meet you. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced surgeons, emergency clinicians, and specialty teams while practicing at the top of your skillset in one of North Carolina’s premier specialty hospitals.

Now Hiring Full-Time Surgery & Anesthesia Veterinary Technician We are especially interested in: Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT/LVT/CVT) or individuals eligible for credentialing Experienced Veterinary Assistants with strong anesthesia or surgical backgrounds Candidates with experience in: Specialty Surgery Emergency & Critical Care High-Volume Surgery High-Volume Spay/Neuter Specialty Referral Medicine Anesthesia & Analgesia Why Join CASE? Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) is a 24/7 Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital serving Western North Carolina with advanced medical, surgical, and critical care services. Our specialty services include: Emergency & Critical Care Internal Medicine Soft Tissue Surgery Orthopedic Surgery Anesthesia & Analgesia Behavioral Medicine Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy Our hospital features advanced equipment and technology, including: Dedicated Surgical Suites Advanced Anesthesia Monitoring Mechanical Ventilation CT Imaging Digital Radiology Fluoroscopy Endoscopy Comprehensive In-House Laboratory Dedicated ICU At CASE, technicians are trusted to utilize their expertise, think critically, and play an active role in advanced surgical and anesthetic care.

Surgery & Anesthesia Support Prepare patients for anesthesia and surgery Calculate anesthetic protocols and administer medications Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients Monitor ECG, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, ETCO₂, temperature, and ventilation Recognize anesthetic changes and communicate concerns quickly Assist with soft tissue and orthopedic procedures Maintain sterile technique and surgical workflow Prepare instruments, surgical packs, and equipment Provide post-operative nursing care and pain management support Emergency & Critical Care Support Assist with emergency surgical cases and urgent procedures Support ICU and hospitalized surgical patients Recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately Participate in CPR and emergency response situations Collaborate with Emergency clinicians during critical cases Technical

Responsibilities

IV catheter placement Venipuncture Medication administration (IV, IM, SQ, Oral) Advanced anesthesia monitoring Laboratory diagnostics Radiology support Patient assessment and nursing care Accurate medical documentation Team Collaboration Partner with surgeons, Emergency clinicians, RVTs, Veterinary Assistants, and Client Service teams Support efficient surgical workflow during high-volume periods Maintain a collaborative team culture Provide compassionate patient care and client support

Required Qualifications

Previous experience in veterinary surgery, anesthesia, emergency medicine, or high-volume surgical environments Strong understanding of anesthesia monitoring, patient safety, and perioperative nursing Ability to remain calm and organized during urgent and emergency situations Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient care Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced specialty hospital

Preferred Qualifications

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT) Emergency and Specialty Hospital experience Advanced anesthesia monitoring expe