Surgery Veterinary Technician

Job Posting Information
Posting Number
PG195068SP

Internal Recruitment
No

Working Title
Surgery Veterinary Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range
$50,000 - $57,900 (with VTS)

Work Schedule
TBD, holidays, weekends and on call required. Mandatory on site.

Job Location
Raleigh, NC

Department
CVM Teaching Hospital

About the Department
Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation's highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

• Medical , Dental , and Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
  
• And so much more!
  

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties
This role provides advanced surgical support for both small and large animals at the Terry Companion Animal Medical Center and the Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center. Candidates must have advanced veterinary knowledge and thrive in a fast-paced teaching environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Surgical Prep & Aseptic Technique: Validate sterility, set up equipment, and prepare surgical suites and patients using aseptic techniques.
• Intraoperative Support: Maintain sterile fields, assist during surgeries, calculate medications, and manage isolation/infectious cases.
• Equipment & Sterile Processing: Operate, clean, and sterilize advanced surgical equipment (e.g., cautery, drills, C-arm) and instruments.
• Turnover & Inventory: Disinfect suites post-procedure, restock supplies, and maintain inventory and OSHA-regulated sterilization logs.
• Coordination & Training: Coordinate schedules with anesthesia teams, document patient data, and instruct students, interns, residents, and new staff.

Professional Standards:

• Safety: Comply with OSHA, EHS, radiation safety, and infectious disease protocols.
• Collaboration: Work independently with sound judgment while actively contributing to team problem-solving.
• Physical & Operational Agility: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work around potential hazards (chemicals, gases, zoonotic diseases), and extend hours based on patient needs.

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.


Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications


Clinical OR Experience:
Previous experience working in an operating room or sterile processing support role within a veterinary or human healthcare setting; experience in a teaching hospital environment preferred.

Training & Instructional Support:
Experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring veterinary students, interns, residents, or junior staff in clinical or surgical workflows.

Surgical & Sterile Processing Expertise:
Competency in sterile processing and OR support, including handling complex surgical instrumentation, maintaining sterility standards, and supporting specialty or high-volume surgical services.

Critical Thinking & OR Workflow Management:
Ability to prioritize surgical cases and instrumentation needs, troubleshoot equipment or workflow issues, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Communication & Professionalism:
Strong communication skills with the ability to support OR teams effectively, respond to instrumentation and supply needs, and maintain professionalism in high-pressure clinical settings.

Required License or Certification

• NC Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or ability to obtain NC Registration within 6 months of date of hire. NC RVT exam eligibility requirements include graduation from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program and a passing score on the National Veterinary Technician Exam.

Valid NC Driver's License required
No

Commercial Driver's License Required?
No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
06/18/2026

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
06/25/2026

Notice to Applicants

Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions
Please complete the required application fully and attach a resume and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Details
Position Number
00062777

Position Type
SHRA

Position Classification Band Title
Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level
Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range
$ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency
MH09

Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0

Appointment
12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position
No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id
192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO
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Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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