Surgery Veterinary Technician​/Assistant

Pet Vet Care Centers' Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Charlotte is currently seeking a Surgery Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join their team!

Summary of Position

Responsible for all aspects of surgical flow, including seeing surgical appointments, performing diagnostics prior to surgery, administering and monitoring anesthesia in the pre-, peri-, and post-operative periods, maintaining treatment while in hospital post-operatively, discharging, and client communications.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Maintain sterile environment in surgical suites, including bleaching, mopping, and cleaning of surgical tables and equipment

* Properly maintain and use ventilator for patients

* Properly prep and scrub patients for sterile surgical procedures

* Monitor blood loss

* Monitor patient parameters and notify doctor of potential concerns

* Monitor sponge count in the interest of patient safety, ensuring that all sponges and instruments are accounted for properly

* Scrub in, as necessary, with surgeons

* Administer blood transfusions, as necessary, during surgery

* Take proactive role in life-saving techniques during surgery, as necessary

* Properly record patient vitals and trends on anesthesia flow sheet

* Proper bandage and wound care for patients

* Proper handling of diagnostic specimens during procedure and facilitating the proper care and transfer to laboratory including accurate request forms

* Maintain the efficiency of the service by utilizing time management skills to recognize and complete tasks in a timely manner

* Assist in anesthesia machine maintenance

* Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies & Requirements

* Must have at least one year of relevant experience in a veterinary setting

Proficient in:

* Working knowledge of ventilator

* Working knowledge of surgical medications and drugs

* Awareness of safety concerns for patients under anesthesia for lengthy procedures

* Knowledge of normal patient parameters for all advanced anesthetic patients

* Knowledge of all surgical instruments

* Knowledge medical/surgical terminology

* Ability to administer fluid therapy, CRI's, blood products, and emergency drugs

Schedule:

* Rotating 10-hour shifts

* Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members - professionally and personally. Benefits include:

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance

* Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)

* 401(k) with discretionary contribution

* Team Member Pet Discounts

* Emotional wellbeing support - including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP

* CE stipends and career development resources

* Grant Circle - a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship

* Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$18-$32 USD

At Pet Vet 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, Pet Vet 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.

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

Pet Vet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.  Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.