Job Description
Emergency Veterinary Technician
Department: Veterinary Technicians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Compensation: $18.00 - $24.00 / hour
Join a High-Performing Emergency & Critical Care Team
Are you an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician, Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or skilled Veterinary Assistant looking to grow your career in a fast-paced Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Hospital?
Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital (CASE) is seeking a Full-Time 2nd Shift ER Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant to support our growing Emergency & ICU department in Hickory, North Carolina.
This is an exciting opportunity for veterinary professionals who thrive in:
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Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Medicine
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High-acuity patient care
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Fast-paced ER environments
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Advanced nursing and technical skills
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Collaborative specialty medicine
We are especially interested in:
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Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) with ER or specialty experience
- Experienced Veterinary Assistants with strong backgrounds in:
- Emergency medicine
- ICU nursing
- High-volume surgery
- Specialty referral medicine
If you are looking for a hospital that values technical skill, teamwork, professional development, and high-quality medicine — CASE is ready to support your growth.
About CASE – Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency
CASE is a 24/7 Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Referral Hospital providing advanced emergency, surgical, and specialty care throughout Western North Carolina.
Our specialty services include:
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24-Hour Emergency & Critical Care
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Internal Medicine
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Advanced Soft Tissue & Orthopedic Surgery
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Anesthesia & Analgesia
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Behavioral Medicine
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Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine
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Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy
Our purpose-built specialty hospital includes:
- Dedicated ICU & oxygen therapy support
- High-flow oxygen therapy
- CT imaging & digital radiology
- Advanced endoscopy & fluoroscopy
- Comprehensive in-house laboratory
- Multiple surgical suites
- Advanced anesthesia monitoring capabilities
- Rehabilitation & specialty treatment areas
This is a hospital designed for veterinary professionals who want to:
- Build advanced clinical skills
- Practice high-quality medicine
- Work alongside experienced ER clinicians and specialists
- Grow long-term within specialty veterinary medicine
ER Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant Responsibilities
Emergency & Critical Care Patient Support
- Monitor and manage hospitalized ER and ICU patients
- Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
- Assist with emergency triage and patient stabilization
- Provide compassionate nursing care to critically ill and injured patients
Technical Veterinary Skills
- IV catheter placement and venipuncture
- Administer medications (IV, SQ, oral)
- Assist with anesthesia monitoring and procedural support
- Perform laboratory diagnostics (blood, urine, fecal testing)
- Support radiographic and diagnostic imaging procedures
- Assist with patient restraint and treatment procedures
- Maintain detailed and accurate medical records
Team Collaboration & Client Support
- Work collaboratively with ER doctors, specialists, RVTs, assistants, and CSRs
- Support efficient workflow and patient care during high-volume periods
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients
- Educate clients regarding treatment plans, discharge instructions, and patient care updates
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Strong interest in Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Medicine
- Experience in:
- Emergency veterinary medicine
- ICU nursing
- High-volume general practice
- Specialty referral medicine
- Surgical assisting/anesthesia support
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Compassionate, patient-focused mindset
Preferred Qualifications
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT) strongly preferred
- Previous ER or specialty veterinary hospital experience preferred
- Experience with:
- Advanced anesthesia monitoring
- Critical care nursing
- Emergency triage
- Surgical support
- ICU workflows
- Strong Veterinary Assistants with ER or surgical experience encouraged to apply
Why Join CASE?
At CASE, we are committed to:
- Supporting technician growth and development
- Practicing advanced specialty and emergency medicine
- Creating collaborative team environments
- Empowering RVTs and experienced support staff
- Delivering exceptional patient care
This is more than a job — it is an opportunity to build a long-term career in Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Medicine.
Full-Time Benefits & Incentives
We believe exceptional veterinary professionals deserve exceptional support.
Health & Wellness Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 24/7 access to BetterHelp mental well-being platform
Financial & Professional Support
- Competitive compensation based on experience and skillset
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401(k) with 2% company match
- Paid state licensure fees and renewals
- Student loan repayment support opportunities
- Paid training and onboarding support
- Employee pet care discounts
RVT Growth & Development Opportunities
- Generous Continuing Education (CE) allowance
- CE-specific PTO days
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities for Veterinary Technology programs
- Support for RVTs interested in pursuing advanced specialty pathways
- Growth opportunities within the Innovetive Petcare network
HeadStart Student Loan Support Program
Eligible RVTs who:
- Graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Successfully passed the VTNE within the past 3 years
…may qualify for Innovetive Petcare’s HeadStart Program, designed to support newly credentialed technicians as they transition into advanced clinical practice.
Additional Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling support
- Collaborative specialty hospital environment
📍 Why Hickory, North Carolina?
Enjoy the perfect combination of career growth and quality of life:
- Affordable cost of living
- Access to Charlotte & Asheville
- Blue Ridge Mountain recreation
- Thriving veterinary referral community
- Family-friendly area with outdoor adventure nearby
Ready to Grow Your ER Veterinary Career at CASE?
If you are a:
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
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Emergency Veterinary Technician
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Veterinary Assistant with ER or surgical experience
…and you are ready to grow within a collaborative Emergency & Specialty hospital environment, we want to hear from you.
👉 Apply today and join Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital (CASE) — where emergency medicine, teamwork, and professional growth come together.
