Overview
Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Technician Jobs in Concord, NC at Veterinary Emergency Hospital of Concord
About Us
At VEHC, we prioritize our technicians and assistants as our most valuable asset. Our hospital specializes in emergency care for cats and dogs, offering a range of services from triage to surgery and hospitalization. We invest in our technicians and assistants by providing cross-training in various areas such as ICU, blood banking, and surgery; fostering a well-rounded team dynamic where support is always at hand. With state-of-the-art facilities including in-house bloodwork, imaging services, endoscopy and a blood bank, we aim to create a supportive and rewarding work environment where every team member can excel both personally and professionally. Join and grow with us!
1. Passionate Culture
Join a team that shares your love for animals and commitment to providing excellent care. Our hospital is built on a foundation of compassion, respect, and a shared mission to improve the lives of pets and their owners during emergencies.
2. Supportive Leadership
Work under compassionate leaders who value your input, encourage growth, and are genuinely invested in your career development. We want you to grow with us. We offer ongoing training opportunities, workshops, and access to continuing education to ensure that you stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine and emergency care.
3. Competitive Compensation & Benefits
We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and employee discounts on services for your pets.
Requirements
Be a registered veterinary technician licensed to work in the state of North Carolina or an assistant with 1-2 years of emergency experience
Emergency and ICU experience is required (2 years)
Have an enthusiastic attitude to help animals and to work efficiently and compassionately with a team
Have Non-Judgmental character
Be eager to learn
Be flexible to ever changing emergency environments
Responsibilities
Assess and triage incoming patients, determining the urgency of their condition.
Assist veterinarians during emergency procedures, including surgeries and critical care treatment.
Collect and record patient histories, vital signs, and any other relevant medical information. Administer treatments for both outpatient and inpatient animals
Prepare and maintain surgical instruments and equipment in a sterile environment.
Perform diagnostic tests, including blood work, urinalysis, and radiography.
Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and provide post-operative care.
Communicate effectively with pet owners, providing updates and education regarding their pet’s condition and care.
Benefits
1. Industry Leading Pay
We value you. You’re worth it!
2. Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
We offer premium insurance with significant employer contribution (>90%)
3. Retirement / Roth IRA
We match your contributions by 100% up to 3% of your pay
4. PTO
Start with 90 hours!
5. Generous CE Allowance
$2,000 per year for RVTs, $1,000 per year for assistants
6. Personal Financial Advisor
Through our hospital partner, you will be provided with a financial advisor at no cost to you.
7. Employee Pet Wellness Plans
Annual vaccinations, bloodwork and monthly prevention are provided for 1 personal pet at no cost to you. Significant discounts for all other services for employee pets.
8. Generous Annual Scrub Allowance
Those scrubs from last year are dirty, we’ll provide an allowance annually for new ones
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 – $31.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Overnight shift
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Technician
Company: Veterinary Emergency Hospital of Concord
Location: Concord, NC
