Registered Veterinary Technician (Surgery) - Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews

Job Description

Job Description

PetVet Care Centers' Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews is currently seeking a Surgery Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide , we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Surgery Registered Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Our surgery nursing team partners closely with our surgeons, supporting all aspects of surgical and patient care—including elective, emergency, and specialized procedures.

Carolina Veterinary Specialists in Matthews, North Carolina, combines cutting-edge veterinary medicine with a close-knit team environment, delivering high-quality specialty and emergency care while prioritizing professional growth and support. 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! We offer a supportive, collaborative hospital culture -- our teams truly feel like family. There are real opportunities for career growth with advanced skills wet labs, in-house rounds, and leadership development. We pride ourselves on having an inclusive and progressive workplace where your contributions matter.

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.

Schedule: 4-day work week with rotating shared on-call.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of veterinary anesthesia experience - induction, administration, monitoring, and recovery
• Current licensure in North Carolina as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-centered environment
• Positive can-do attitude
• 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)
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position

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

$25—$33 USD

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.

PetVet 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

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