Vet Technician needed at Swift Creek Animal Hospital: FT / PT30

Surgical Registered Veterinary Technician

Swift Creek Animal Hospital | Raleigh, NC

Park Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our growing team in Durham, NC. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys spending the majority of their week in surgery while still having the opportunity to utilize their technical skills in appointments and advanced patient care.

Our busy, multi-doctor hospital is committed to providing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where technicians are highly utilized and encouraged to continue growing their skills.

What You'll Be Doing

Surgery & Anesthesia

You'll spend most of your schedule working alongside our veterinarians in surgery, providing exceptional anesthesia and surgical support.

Responsibilities include:

- Preparing patients for surgery and performing pre-operative assessments - Calculating anesthetic protocols under veterinarian supervision - Placing and maintaining IV catheters - Administering medications via SQ, IM, and IV routes - Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia - Performing intubation and extubation - Monitoring ECG, capnography, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, and anesthetic depth - Maintaining detailed anesthesia records - Assisting with pain management and post-operative recovery - Preparing, cleaning, and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment - Maintaining surgical packs and supporting an efficient surgical suite

Qualifications

- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required - Strong anesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing experience - Comfortable placing IV catheters, collecting blood samples, and administering medications - Excellent communication and client education skills - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment - Passion for providing exceptional patient care and advancing veterinary medicine

Why You'll Love Working Here

- Spend the majority of your week doing surgery and anesthesia - Collaborative team that values technician expertise - Modern equipment and progressive medicine - Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth - Positive, supportive hospital culture focused on teamwork

Perks & Benefits

- Competitive compensation + Monthly Bonus Opportunities - Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 resources) - 401(k) with company match - Paid Time Off and paid holidays - Uniform allowance - Employee pet care discounts - Paid parental leave - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Career growth opportunities within a collaborative, multi-doctor hospital

If you're an RVT who loves surgery but also enjoys the variety of appointments and advanced nursing care, we'd love to meet you. Join Swift Creek Animal Hospital and become part of a team where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact on patient care is recognized every day.

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