Registered Veterinary Technician - Fayetteville, NC

Full-Time | $17–$25/hour

About Highland Animal Hospital

Highland Animal Hospital is a busy small animal practice providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care to the Fayetteville community. Our diverse caseload and experienced team provide plenty of opportunities for an RVT to utilize their skills and continue growing professionally.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license in North Carolina, or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• 5+ years of veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong surgical skills, including surgical preparation and assisting.
• Experience with anesthesia induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery.
• Dentistry experience, including scaling and polishing, preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills with knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, blood draws, IV catheter placement, medication administration, and vaccines.
• Experience with digital radiology, including proper patient positioning.
• Ability to obtain accurate medical histories and maintain detailed patient records.
• Excellent client communication, education, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist with anesthesia, monitoring, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Benefits

• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost.
• Competitive pay and performance bonuses.
• 401(k) matching and student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.