Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehab Technician, ECVMC

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center in Wilmington, NC is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join their outstanding Sports Medicine and Rehabteam!

Compensation: Based on experience and licensure.

Schedule: Monday -Thursday, 7:30am - 6:00pm

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off benefits available upon hire
• Veterinary Social Worker on Staff at Hospital Location
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance, Pet Services, and Supplies
• 401k Planning, with Employer Matching Structure
• Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Recover CPR and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks for continued LVT/CVT growth and aspiring VTS team members
• Referral Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

ECVMC is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our busy, Sports Medicine and Rehab Department. In this role, you'll provide skilled technical support for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within the service, ensuring safe anesthesia/sedation monitoring, accurate sample collection, and efficient procedural workflow while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and care. You'll be responsible for assisting the doctor with all appointments which includes taking a history, patient restraint, formation and review of estimates, and filling medications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the doctor with all appointments (taking history, patient restraint, formation and review of estimates, and filling medications)
• Assist in preparing, positioning, and monitoring patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (e.g., arthrocentesis, regenerative medicine procedures, epidurals, diagnostic imaging, etc.).
• Assist specialty receptionists in scheduling therapy appointments, consultations, rechecks, and procedures.
• Perform anesthesia/sedation induction and monitoring under veterinary supervision.
• Collect, prepare, and process diagnostic samples (blood, joint fluid, tissue) for laboratory submission.
• Maintain detailed records of procedures, monitoring parameters, and patient recovery.
• Prepare for upcoming appointments and procedures by reviewing referral paperwork, medical records, and diagnostics ahead of time.
• Prepare and maintain sterile fields, instruments, and equipment.
• Accurately fill and dispense medications
• Anticipate the needs of the doctor during procedures to ensure efficiency and patient safety.
• Communicate with clients regarding procedure logistics, pre- and post-procedure instructions, and patient updates as directed by the veterinarian.
• Collaborate with all team members to support cohesive patient case management and continuity of care.
• Ensure proper cleaning, sterilization, and readiness of procedural areas and equipment.
• Support cross-training within the rehabilitation team to provide coverage as needed.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Licensed/credentialed veterinary technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) strongly preferred.
• Advanced technical skills in anesthesia, sedation, and patient monitoring.
• Knowledge of commonly used medications including use, dosage, and frequency.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic and sterile technique.
• Ability to anticipate procedural needs and maintain calm focus in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs safely.

At ECVMC, our mission is to deliver the highest level of care by providing exceptional services in Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and Rehabilitation—for our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians. Our team is dedicated to excellence in both medicine and patient care, and we’ve worked hard to cultivate an inclusive, collaborative environment where every team member is supported and valued. Here, you’ll encounter cutting-edge equipment, unique cases, and innovative procedures that allow you to advance your technical skills every day.

Are you passionate about patient care and ready to make a real difference in the lives of animals and their families? Looking for a workplace that values work-life balance, team collaboration, and professional growth? Apply today to take your career to the next level and join the ECVMC team!

Wilmington, NC

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Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.