Veterinary Surgery Technician

Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician WantedEastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center in Wilmington, NC is hiring an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join their outstanding Surgery & Anesthesia team!$1,500 Sign-On Bonus available to RVT candidates, with the potential for up to $3,000 for RVTs with advanced anesthesia experience, pending a skills assessment.Compensation: $26 - $35/hr, based on experience and licensure.Schedule: Full-Time, Five 8-hour shifts or Four 10-hour shifts per week, overtime opportunities available!Benefits:Paid Time Off benefits available upon hireVeterinary Social Worker on Staff at Hospital LocationMedical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance PlansDiscounted Employee Pet Insurance, Pet Services, and Supplies401k Planning, with Employer Matching StructureAccess to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CEVeterinary Nurse Champion AwardsRecover CPR and Fear Free certification initiativesEthos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks for continued LVT/CVT growth and aspiring VTS team membersReferral ProgramUniform AllowanceEmployee Assistance ProgramAnd more!ECVMC is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our high-performing Surgery & Anesthesia Department. As a Surgical RVT, you'll work alongside four board-certified surgeons and an anesthesiologist in a modern facility equipped with advanced technology like CT, MRI, endoscopy, and arthroscopy. You'll be responsible for surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring, patient charting, and ensuring smooth transitions from admission to discharge.About You: An experienced Registered Veterinary Technician that thrives in an ever-changing environment, equipped to stay calm and knows how to react quickly during life-threatening circumstances. Seeking a cohesive and hard-working team that is equally committed to quality patient care and providing 5-star client service.Position Responsibilities:Assist in surgical admissions and client communication with surgical patients, maintain accurate medical records and daily charges, coordinate patient discharges, reviewing at-home care with clients.Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals throughout surgery, ensure aseptic technique and proper use of surgical equipment, perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement, ensure aseptic technique and proper use of surgical equipment.Support emergency transfers and hospitalized patients.Other duties as assigned.Requirements:Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) status required.Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience, preferably in Surgery/Anesthesia.Proficiency in advanced veterinary knowledge including restraint, diagnostic imaging, phlebotomy, venipuncture, anesthesia induction, monitoring, fluid therapy, drug calculations, laboratory equipment and procedures, pharmacology, disease processes, etc.Attention to detail, with strong communication skills with both clients and team members, and a commitment to exceptional patient care.Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.Ability to lift up to 40 lbs safely.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!