Veterinary Technician- Specialty Surgery

Wake Veterinary Medical Center in Raleigh is currently seeking a Veterinary Technician-Specialty Surgery to join our collaborative and compassionate team. Known for balancing high-quality medicine with a healthy work-life balance, our team is frequently praised for being both fun and incredibly skilled—a great combination! Why Wake Veterinary Medical Center? Wake Vet is a 24-hour hybrid hospital offering primary care, emergency, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, advanced imaging (ultrasound and 64-slice CT), and cardiology services through our partnership with CVCA. We’ve recently doubled our facility space, added dedicated special procedures and chemotherapy rooms, and expanded our diagnostic capabilities to better support our patients and referring veterinarians. We’re also known for exceptional ICU care, delivered by a stable and experienced team of credentialed technicians and assistants. Located in Knightdale, NC—just off I-540—we’re a quick and easy commute from anywhere in the Research Triangle. Raleigh is consistently ranked among the top cities to live in the U.S., offering everything from highly rated schools and family-friendly amenities to incredible food, extensive trails, and a central location in the state. Duties Client communicationTriaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab workAssisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoringAssisting in taking radiographsGiving IV & IM injectionsDispensing controlled drugsPlacing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary cathetersMonitor Surgical procedures.Lab DiagnosticsPerforms other related duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.Ability to provide high quality customer service.Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics. Perks And Benefits Include Tuition assistanceA choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefitsDental and vision coverage available401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vestingLife insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents availablePaid time off / holidaysHealth Savings Account availableShort term disability availableSupplemental critical illness and accident plans availableUniform allowanceContinuing education allowance for credentialed techniciansEmployee assistance program We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.