What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery Veterinary Technician position at PetVet Care Centers?
PetVet Care Centers' Carolina Veterinary Specialists in Matthews, NC is now hiring for our Surgery Team! Join a collaborative group of board-certified surgeons and skilled technicians dedicated to high-quality patient care.
If you have a strong foundation in clinical skills and are ready to advance your career, we offer mentorship, structured cross-training, and continuous professional development.
About the Role
Our surgery nursing team partners closely with our surgeons, supporting all aspects of surgical and patient care—including elective, emergency, and specialized procedures.
Schedule: 4-day work week with rotating shared on-call.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of veterinary anesthesia experience
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-centered environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnostics and surgical assisting
- Anesthesia administration, monitoring, and intervention
- Patient recovery and client education
- Venipuncture, catheterization, surgical prep, lab sample preparation, and more
This is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills in a teaching-focused environment while making a meaningful impact on pets and their families.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay (RVTs start at $25 /hr)
- Comprehensive benefits: medical/dental/vision (with employer-paid portions), EAP with mental health focus, disability coverage, employer-paid life and accident insurance, 401(k) match, uniform stipend, pet care discounts, and more
- Supportive, collaborative hospital culture—our teams truly feel like family
- Real opportunities for career growth: advanced skills wet labs, in-house rounds, leadership development
- Inclusive and progressive workplace where your contributions matter
Ideal Candidate
- Positive, can-do attitude
- At least 1 year of anesthesia induction, administration, monitoring, and recovery experience
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills
- Able to sit/stand for long periods; occasional bending/kneeling; lift up to 40 lbs unassisted
- Solid foundational technical skills (venipuncture, catheter placement, lab work, anesthesia, pharmacology)
About Us
Located just off I-485 in Matthews, NC, our hospital provides emergency and specialty care since 2012. If you're ready to take your veterinary career to the next level, apply today at petvetcarecenters.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits Include:
401(k) match, dental/vision/health insurance, HSA/FSA, EAP, paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, referral program, retirement plan, and more.
Schedule:
- 10-hour shifts
- Day shift
- Monday–Friday
Location:
Matthews, NC 28104 — must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting.
Work Setting: In person
At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 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.
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