Emergency Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Overnight Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital | Holly Springs, NC

Full-Time | Overnight Shift | 3rd Shift (2nd Shift available 4p-2am)
Schedule: Every other weekend and some holidays
Pay: $23–$30/hour, based on experience and licensing
Shift Differential: Additional $1.50/hour
Hiring Bonus: $2,000–$2,500, based on experience

About Us

Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital (TVRH) provides 24-hour emergency care and specialty services, including surgery, internal medicine, and dermatology. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while supporting one another in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

We're looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Assistant to join our overnight Emergency and ICU team. This is an opportunity to work with critically ill patients, build your clinical skills, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.

What You'll Do

• Provide nursing care and monitoring for emergency and hospitalized patients.

• Triage incoming emergency patients and assist with assessing patient stability.

• Monitor vital signs and recognize changes in patient condition.

• Perform diagnostic procedures and treatments as directed by the veterinary team.

• Place IV catheters and administer fluids and medications as appropriate for your training and credentials.

• Assist with anesthesia, patient monitoring, and recovery.

• Collect samples and perform in-house laboratory testing.

• Perform wound care, bandage changes, catheter maintenance, and other nursing treatments.

• Assist with CPR and emergency stabilization when needed.

• Participate in patient rounds and communicate updates to the medical team.

• Maintain accurate medical records and follow appropriate infection control and isolation protocols.

• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment.

What You Bring to the Table

• At least 2 years of veterinary experience; emergency veterinary experience is required.

• Experience working with hospitalized patients, urgent cases, or critical care patients.

• Strong communication, organization, and patient-care skills.

• The ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately.

• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

• A high school diploma or GED.

• Current RVT registration in North Carolina, or eligibility for registration, is preferred but not required.

Both licensed RVTs and experienced Veterinary Assistants are encouraged to apply! Compensation will be based on relevant experience, technical skills, and licensing.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in supporting our team members both at work and at home. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 24/7 mental health and wellness support

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Life insurance and additional coverage options, including critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Paid parental leave

• Holiday pay

• Annual scrub allowance

• Continuing education opportunities, including RACE-approved CE

• Generous in-hospital pet benefits and pet insurance options

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're passionate about emergency medicine and want to be part of a team that cares for patients around the clock, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital's overnight Emergency and ICU team!