ER Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Overnight
Wake Veterinary Medical Center·Knightdale, North Carolina
Wake Veterinary Medical Center·Knightdale, North Carolina
Provide high-quality emergency and ICU veterinary care to patients during overnight shifts. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support surgery, internal medicine, and advanced diagnostic procedures.
Description Wake Veterinary Medical Center in Raleigh is currently seeking an overnight ER Veterinary Technician or Assistant 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.
Competitive Salary and Shift Differential Never on-call Tuition assistance A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits Dental and vision coverage available 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available Paid time off / holidays Health Savings Account Short term disability Supplemental critical illness and accident plans Uniform allowance Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians Employee 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.
The role requires experience in a veterinary clinical setting, ideally with a background in emergency or ICU care. Credentialed technicians are preferred, though assistants are also encouraged to apply.
Market context
In North Carolina, overnight emergency veterinary technician and assistant roles are often shaped by steady demand for staff who can handle urgent cases, fast pace, and teamwork in a clinical setting. These jobs are competitive because employers look for candidates who can maintain patient-care standards during overnight shifts and work well with a coordinated ER team. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare shift expectations, pay differentials, and time-off details before applying.
