Anesthesia Recovery Veterinary Technician

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center in Wilmington, NC is hiring an experienced Anesthesia Recovery Technician to join our outstanding Surgery team!

$500 Sign-On Bonus available to Experienced Candidates!

Compensation:  $19.00–$35.00/hr, based on experience and licensure

Schedule:   Full-time, Monday – Friday, 9:00AM – 6:00PM

Benefits: 

• Paid Time Off benefits available upon hire 
• Veterinary Social Worker on Staff at Hospital Location
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance, Pet Services, and Supplies
• 401k Planning, with Employer Matching Structure
• Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Recover CPR and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks for continued LVT/CVT growth and aspiring VTS team members
• Referral Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

Are you passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment? Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center is seeking a skilled and attentive Anesthesia Recovery Technician to support our specialty surgery team.

About You:   As a vital member of our surgical team, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring safe and smooth recoveries for post-operative patients. You’ll work closely with anesthesia, surgery, and ICU teams to monitor patients, respond to complications, and provide hands-on nursing care during one of the most crucial phases of treatment.

Position Responsibilities:  

• Closely monitor patients during the anesthesia recovery phase
• Track and record vital parameters (HR, RR, SpO₂, temperature, blood pressure)
• Recognize and respond to recovery complications such as dysphoria, hypothermia, and airway concerns
• Provide hands-on nursing care including extubation, pain assessment, and comfort measures
• Assist with patient preparation, including radiographs and OR setup/teardown
• Fill medications and submit lab samples
• Communicate effectively with anesthesia, surgery, and ICU teams
• Assist with patient transfers and provide thorough handoffs to ICU or wards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked recovery area
• Support the anesthesia team during high caseload periods

Requirements:

• Veterinary assistant or technician experience required
• Previous anesthesia or recovery experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of anesthetic monitoring and recovery protocols
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care

At ECVMC , our mission is to deliver the highest level of care by providing exceptional services in Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and Rehabilitation—for our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians. Our team is dedicated to excellence in both medicine and patient care, and we’ve worked hard to cultivate an inclusive, collaborative environment where every team member is supported and valued. Here, you’ll encounter cutting-edge equipment, unique cases, and innovative procedures that allow you to advance your technical skills every day.

Are you passionate about patient care and ready to make a real difference in the lives of animals and their families? Looking for a workplace that values work-life balance, team collaboration, and professional growth? Apply today to take your career to the next level and join the ECVMC team!

Wilmington, NC

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Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.