ICU Veterinary Technician / Assistant (1st shift)

Join Our Emergency Team at Carolina Veterinary Specialists!

Location : Matthews, NC

Position : Full-Time Veterinary Technician or Assistant - ICU department (1st shift) Pay : Veterinary Technician starting at $25+ / hr | Veterinary Assistant starting at $22+ / hr Plus shift differential for overnight hours.

Take Your Career to the Next Level

Are you a dedicated Veterinary Technician or Assistant ready to grow your skills in emergency medicine? Carolina Veterinary Specialists in Matthews, NC is looking for an experienced and compassionate individual to join our fast-paced Emergency Department.

Our emergency team is known for providing exceptional client service and advanced patient care. Here, technicians and assistants work collaboratively with our talented emergency veterinarians and support staff to deliver the highest standard of veterinary medicine. Work closely with our new Veterinary Criticalist.

What You'll Do

As part of our Emergency team, you'll play a key role in delivering life-saving care to our patients. This dynamic role includes :

• Preparing and dispensing medications as directed
• Maintaining accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Monitoring patients for signs of illness or distress and ensuring they are clean, comfortable, and hydrated
• Communicating effectively with pet owners and the veterinary team

Emergency & Critical Care Focus

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About PetVet Care Centers

Carolina Veterinary Specialists is part of PetVet Care Centers, a nationwide network of over 420 hospitals and 11,000 veterinary professionals, including 1,700+ veterinarians. At PetVet, we're dedicated to a Culture of Care-for pets, their owners, and the teams who make it all possible. Here, you'll find local autonomy, national support, and opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PetVet Care Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range

$21-$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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