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Surgery Veterinary Technician - Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews
At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.
Because life is better with pets.
We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.
With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:
- Local autonomy with national support
- Career mobility and development opportunities
- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
You care for pets. We care for you.
Position Overview
Join our team as a Surgery Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.
Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews in Matthews, North Carolina, combines cutting-edge veterinary medicine with a close-knit team environment, delivering high-quality specialty and emergency care while prioritizing professional growth and support.
About the Role
Our surgery nursing team partners closely with our surgeons, supporting all aspects of surgical and patient care—including elective, emergency, and specialized procedures.
Schedule: 4-day work week with rotating shared on-call.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of veterinary anesthesia experience
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-centered environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnostics and surgical assisting
- Anesthesia administration, monitoring, and intervention
- Patient recovery and client education
- Venipuncture, catheterization, surgical prep, lab sample preparation, and more
This is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills in a teaching-focused environment while making a meaningful impact on pets and their families.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay (RVTs start at $25+/hr)
- Comprehensive benefits: medical/dental/vision (with employer-paid portions), EAP with mental health focus, disability coverage, employer-paid life and accident insurance, 401(k) + match, uniform stipend, pet care discounts, and more
- Supportive, collaborative hospital culture—our teams truly feel like family
- Real opportunities for career growth: advanced skills wet labs, in-house rounds, leadership development
- Inclusive and progressive workplace where your contributions matter
Ideal Candidate
- Positive, can-do attitude
- At least 1 year of anesthesia induction, administration, monitoring, and recovery experience
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills
- Able to sit/stand for long periods; occasional bending/kneeling; lift up to 40 lbs unassisted
- Solid foundational technical skills (venipuncture, catheter placement, lab work, anesthesia, pharmacology)
About Us
Located just off I-485 in Matthews, NC, our hospital provides emergency and specialty care since 2012. If you’re ready to take your veterinary career to the next level, apply today at petvetcarecenters.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits Include:
401(k) + match, dental/vision/health insurance, HSA/FSA, EAP, paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, referral program, retirement plan, and more.
Schedule:
- 10-hour shifts
- Day shift
- Monday–Friday
Location:
Matthews, NC 28104 — must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting.
Work Setting: In person
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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Why Consider Our Matthews Hospital?
At Carolina Veterinary Specialists, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.
Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.
We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.
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We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Carolina Veterinary Specialists, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.