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Job Description K9 Care and Behavior Technician Job Summary The K9 Care and Behavior Technician is responsible for providing high-quality animal care while maintaining a safe, clean, and structured environment for dogs in our daycare and boarding facility. This role requires the ability to read canine body language, manage group dynamics, and thrive in a fast-paced setting—especially during busy seasons. Animal safety, cleanliness, and customer service are top priorities. Primary Responsibilities Animal Care • Feed, water, and monitor pets according to established guidelines, • Control energy levels and interactions in social playrooms, • Administer medications when applicable and as directed, • Observe, identify, and report changes in pet behavior or health, • Supervise group play and individual enrichment activities, • Manage dog behavior and proactively prevent conflicts, • Clean and sanitize kennels, play areas, and common spaces, • Perform proper waste disposal and laundry duties, • Assist with pet check-in and check-out procedures, • Communicate pet updates or concerns to supervisors and, when appropriate, clients, • Follow all animal handling and safety procedures, • Recognize and promptly report signs of illness, stress, or injury, • Adhere to emergency and incident response protocols, • High school diploma or equivalent, • Experience working with dogs or animals (personal or professional), • Ability to safely handle dogs of various sizes, breeds, and temperaments, • Strong animal handling and observation skills, • Attention to detail and ability to follow protocols, • Reliability, punctuality, and strong work ethic, • Team-oriented mindset with clear communication skills, • Combination of indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions, • Loud environments with barking dogs, • Frequent standing, bending, walking, and lifting (up to 25 lbs), • Exposure to cleaning chemicals, pet dander, and hair Schedule, Availability & Compensation • Full-Time: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Monday–Thursday, • Part-Time: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM or 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Monday–Thursday, • Weekend availability may be required in the future, • Compensation: Hourly pay range of $12.50–$15.00, based on experience This job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the position. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.

Job DescriptionDescription: Are you ready to join our team and make tails wag? At Lucky Dog Bark & Brew on Thrift Rd. we’re seeking dog lovers with a passion for providing top notch care and a desire to grow with a company of like-minded individuals. We’re all about hiring and retaining the best talent for our furry friends! As a Lead Animal Care Technician, you’ll be a kind, conscientious, detail-oriented caregiver with a flexible schedule and desire to lead people. We strive to provide a safe, fun, and rewarding work environment with a focus on pampering pets and ensuring smiles all around! Duties include: • Shining Example: Setting the standard for optimum operation of your center; adhering to operating policies and leading the team by example., • Training: Teaching staff their roles and providing them with the advice and resources necessary to succeed., • Accountability: Taking charge of the facility in the absence of the General Manager and Assistant Manager and communicating all necessary information up through the chain of leadership, including notes about dog behavior, supply needs, and potential incidents., • Playgroup Supervision: Overseeing a playgroup of dogs and managing their behavior and playtime., • Canine Knowledge: Learning animal behavior to provide a safe environment, including studying canine body language and learning how to make dogs comfortable in a kennel and playgroup environment., • Cleaning: Managing the cleanliness of our kennels and play areas and maintaining the highest possible cleaning standards. Cleaning toys, washing dishes, mopping floors, vacuuming hair, and taking care of unpleasant doggy messes are critical aspects of the job!, • Daily Care: Feeding pets according to parents’ instructions; making sure all dogs have fresh water, clean bedding, and a comfortable space to stay overnight. May also include administering medication according to veterinary instructions., • Problem Solving: Use common sense to solve problems as it relates to dogs in our care., • Be Proactive: Work with initiative to take on an array of tasks in our center., • Work Together: Communicating effectively with other team members—working at a doggie daycare is fun, but only if everyone is on the same page!, • Guest Service: Must have excellent customer service skills and be enthusiastic about talking with pet parents about their family members!, • Safety First: Able to follow established safety protocols to the letter to ensure a safe and fun environment for our guests—and ourselves! If you’re the right candidate, we’d love to connect and learn more about you! Benefits for all team members at Lucky Dog Bark & Brew include discounted daycare and boarding for your own dog, with additional benefits available for full time employees like medical/vision/dental plans and 401k! Pay starts at $16/hr. Requirements: What we’re looking for: • Leadership: A natural leader—will ideally have previous leadership experience, and a natural drive to take the lead., • Dependable: Able to be counted on to be present, focused, and make sure facility is run to standards and safety protocols followed., • Tech Savvy: Comfort with computers and technology and learning/operating kennel software., • Team Player: Works well with others to make sure all duties are completed, and our guests are in unparalleled care., • Good Communicator: Able to properly, promptly, and effectively communicate with other team members, management, and pet parents., • Flexibility: A flexible schedule. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed., • Attention to Detail: Uses keen observation skills to make sure guests are safe and comfortable, and to report any issues as they arise., • Animal Experience: Previous petcare/animal experience preferred, but not required. Love for animals a must., • Dog Friendly: Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds—we see it all., • Physical Stamina: An ability to stand/work upright for multiple hours at a time, in all weather types; able to lift at least 50 lbs. and remain active throughout your shift. This can be a physically demanding job!

Job DescriptionFarmington Village Animal Hospital Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) ???? Location: Charlotte, NC ???? Schedule: Full-Time | Saturday Rotation ???? Pay Range: $25–$29 per hour (based on experience) Who We Are Farmington Village Animal Hospital is a brand-new companion animal hospital opening this January. While we are starting with one veterinarian, we have exciting plans to grow and expand our services to better serve the pets and families in our community. Our mission is to create a nurturing, educational, and fun workplace where team members feel supported, valued, and empowered to deliver exceptional patient care. We’re building something special—and we’re looking for team members who want to grow with us from the beginning. What We’re Looking For * Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required * Minimum of 1 year of veterinary technician experience * Confident in patient care, anesthesia monitoring, and clinical support * Strong time management and problem-solving skills * A compassionate, dependable team player who thrives in a collaborative environment Why You’ll Love Working Here * Opportunity to help build and shape a brand-new hospital * A supportive, close-knit team environment with room for growth * The ability to work closely with the veterinarian and make a meaningful impact * A positive, educational culture that encourages learning and development * A practice focused on quality medicine, teamwork, and community care What You’ll Do * Provide compassionate care for patients and exceptional service to clients * Assist the veterinarian during appointments, medical, surgical, and dental procedures * Prepare patients for surgery, assist with anesthesia, and monitor patients during surgery and recovery * Perform laboratory diagnostics including blood draws, urinalysis, fecal exams, heartworm testing, and specialty testing (ACTH stim, bile acids, LDDST) * Take radiographs and perform EKG * Admit and discharge patients; educate clients on medications, preventatives, and at-home care * Maintain accurate and professional electronic medical records * Prepare treatment plans and client estimates * Maintain clean exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites * Assist with pharmacy duties, inventory management, and hospital organization * Collaborate with the entire team to ensure efficient workflow and excellent patient outcomes Perks and Benefits: • Competitive compensation + Monthly Bonus Opportunities, • Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access), • Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay, • Annual Scrub Allowance, • Free RACE-approved CE platform, including VA and tech-specific content, • 401K with employer match, • Incentive programs recognizing team contributions to great care, • Personal pet care discounts at all CVP locations + Pet Insurance Discounts, • Internal mobility and advancement opportunities across the CVP network Let’s Talk About Your Next Career Move Whether you're an experienced tech ready for a change, or you're just looking for the right culture fit, let's connect and see if Farmington Village right for you. CVP does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job DescriptionDescription: Do you desire to make a difference in your team, your clients, and your patients' lives while feeling supported? Culture is king in our practices! What does that mean? It means we hire, reward, and coach around our values. We know that each person brings unique skills and backgrounds that can make us better. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets, clients, and our teams. • Speak Truth, • Choose Positivity, • Serve Well, • Own It, • Always Better Position Purpose: The purpose of this position inherently involves providing excellent veterinary care to our Willow Pet Hospital patients. The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all customers, setting the tone for the technical and customer support team. This dynamic role requires a proactive and adaptable individual who can handle a variety of tasks with enthusiasm. Essential Job Functions • Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments and bring them into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs, record all in the electronic medical record, and begin documentation of the patient visit in the electronic medical record by obtaining and recording a thorough patient history., • Assists during surgical procedures, • Feeds and cares for animals, • Maintains supplies and equipment, • Maintains medical records, • Determines animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews., • Completes laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging, • Takes vital signs and collects samples., • Administers medications, drugs, and vaccines., • Bandages and wraps wounds., • Supports animal examinations by assembling required supplies and instruments., • Explains animal status to owners., • Prepares surgical instruments., • Administers/monitors local/regional anesthesia., • Places catheters., • Maintains sterile conditions., • Obtains and verifies medications., • Cleans animal cages and equipment, • Maintains safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing operating areas, verifying shelf life of medications, and complying with legal regulations., • Enhances service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Requirements:, • Must have at least 1-year previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or working in a veterinary practice., • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Must be compassionate and sympathetic and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations., • Must have clinical and technical skills and understanding, • Must be able to analyze and interpret information, • Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change

Job Description *Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply * CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency is an independently owned 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital in Charlotte, NC that offers its employees a fun company culture, supportive work environment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth! Board-certified specialty services offered include internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, surgery, oncology, and ophthalmology. Our advanced diagnostic services include ultrasonography and echocardiography, electroencephalography, endoscopy, rapid-scan CT imaging, high field MRI, and cardio cath lab, in addition to many others. CARE is seeking talented Registered Veterinary Technicians and Assistants to join our Critical Care team! Shifts Available: • 1st shift ICU: 9am to 7pm, • Work 5 days, have 5 days off, work 2 days, have 2 days off!, • All schedules offered are full-time and overtime is available. Some additional shifts may come with bonuses attached!, • Assist veterinarians in all aspects of care, • Provide advanced nursing care to patients with compassion, • Venipuncture: jugular, cephalic, saphenous, • IV Catheter placement, • Automated and manual laboratory analysis, • Digital radiology, • Triage patients and anticipate veterinarian's needs to maintain workflow, • Anesthesia induction, endotracheal intubation, and anesthesia monitoring, • Provide compassionate customer service to our clients, • Medical calculations Benefits: • 80-hours of PTO initially - more with tenor!, • Company Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • 401k with company match, • Group Term Life Insurance, • Voluntary Term Life Insurance, • $1,500/yr Health Reimbursement Account, • Employee Assistance Program, • Employee Discount, • $750/yr CE Allowance, • Uniform Allowance, • Referral Program, • High school diploma or equivalent., • At least 2 years of recent experience in veterinary practice or medical environment, with increasing responsibilities., • Ability to perform routine veterinary medical procedures (e.g., collect samples, administer medications)., • Ability to maintain clear and accurate records and to invoice charges for all products and services rendered., • Ability to properly restrain patients., • Ability to lift 40lbs unassisted and lift objects up to 100lbs assisted., • Knowledge of spelling and meaning of commonly used veterinary medical terminology and procedures., • Ability to complete assigned tasks efficiently without direct supervision., • Demonstrated ability to show empathy toward clients and treat animals with respect and compassion., • Excellent interpersonal communication skills., • A commitment to outstanding client service., • Ability to lift and remove patients safely from their cages. Some cages may be above your head., • Ability to kneel while assessing or restraining patients on the floor or in lower cages., • Ability to stay on task and work energetically for entire shift, sometimes exceeding 10 hours per day., • Preferred: Three years’ recent experience in a veterinary practice, with increasing responsibilities., • Preferred: Current Registered Veterinary Technician License in North Carolina. Powered by JazzHR Sny3fENlMq

Job Description *Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply * CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency is an independently, woman owned 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital in Charlotte, NC that offers its employees a fun company culture, supportive work environment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth! Board-certified specialty services offered include internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, surgery, oncology, and ophthalmology. Our advanced diagnostic services include ultrasonography and echocardiography, electroencephalography, endoscopy, rapid-scan CT imaging, high field MRI, and cardio cath lab, in addition to many others. CARE is seeking talented Registered Veterinary Technicians and Assistants to join our ICU team! If you enjoy providing a high level of nursing care to your patients and going above and beyond to ensure the comfort, safety, and health of your patients then the ICU is where you belong! ICU technicians are responsible for providing exceptional nursing care for our hospitalized patients. ICU technicians care for all hospitalized specialty and emergency patients which affords you the opportunity to work with all of our specialists and ER veterinarians. *Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply * Shifts Available: • 3rd shift ICU: 9pm to 7am, • Work 7 days, have 7 days off!, • $3/shift differential applies, • All schedules offered are full-time and overtime is available. Some additional shifts may come with bonuses attached!, • As a 24/7 hospital, some holidays and weekends will be required. Requirements: • High school degree or equivalent, • A minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience is required, • RVT preferred but not required, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • The ability to lift up to 40lbs unassisted, • Emotionally intelligent, • Critical thinking, • Able to safely restrain patients for extended periods of time, • Proficient with technology including electronic medical record systems, automated lab analyzers, digital radiology Responsibilities: • Assist veterinarians in all aspects of care, • Provide advanced nursing care to patients with compassion, • Venipuncture: jugular, cephalic, saphenous, • IV Catheter placement, • Automated and manual laboratory analysis, • Digital radiology, • Triage patients and anticipate veterinarian's needs to maintain workflow, • Anesthesia induction, endotracheal intubation, and anesthesia monitoring, • Provide compassionate customer service to our clients, • Medical calculations Benefits: • 80-hours of PTO initially - more with tenor!, • Company Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • 401k with company match, • Group Term Life Insurance, • Voluntary Term Life Insurance, • $1,500/yr Health Reimbursement Account, • Employee Assistance Program, • Employee Discount, • $750/yr CE Allowance, • Uniform Allowance, • Referral Program Ready to apply? Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply! Powered by JazzHR MBGGIVi1KS

Job Description We are a privately owned 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital in Charlotte NC that offers its employees a fun, supportive work environment, terrific benefits, and opportunities for growth! CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency is seeking talented veterinary technicians to join our Oncology team! If you enjoy developing relationships with your patients and clients the oncology department is the place for you! Prior experience in oncology is not necessary but experience as a veterinary technician is required. Oncology technicians are responsible for providing exceptional nursing care and empathetic client service to ensure our oncology clients and patients feel supported through their oncologic journey. Oncology technicians work 7 am - 5:30 pm, 4-week days a week (3-day weekend!), and are on-call 1 weekend a month. Click HERE to Apply!** Requirements: • High school degree or equivalent, • 2+ years of experience as a veterinary technician, • RVT preferred but not required, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • The ability to lift up to 40lbs unassisted, • The ability to kneel, squat, and bend, • Emotionally intelligent, • Venipuncture: jugular, cephalic, saphenous, • IV Catheter placement, • Lab work, • Radiology, • Anesthesia induction and monitoring, • Endotracheal intubation, • 80-hours of PTO!, • Company health insurance, • Dental insurance, • Voluntary vision insurance, • 401k with company match, • $1,500 Health Reimbursement Account, • Group term life insurance, • Voluntary term life insurance, • EAP plan, • CE allowance, • Uniform Allowance Click HERE to Apply!** Powered by JazzHR BJ4cKfvtCN

Job Description *Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply! * CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency is an independently, woman owned 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital in Charlotte, NC that offers its employees a fun company culture, supportive work environment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth! Board-certified specialty services offered include internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, surgery, oncology, and ophthalmology. Our advanced diagnostic services include ultrasonography and echocardiography, electroencephalography, endoscopy, rapid-scan CT imaging, high field MRI, and cardio cath lab, in addition to many others. CARE is seeking talented Registered Veterinary Technicians and Assistants to join our Emergency team! If you are looking to work alongside experienced Emergency Veterinarians who value the crucial role an RVT or Assistant plays in the patient and client experience, CARE is the place for you! ER technicians are responsible for triaging and assisting our ER doctors with managing intakes and outpatient emergency cases. *Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply! * Shifts Available: • 1st shift ER: 6am to 4pm, • Work 2 days, have 2 days off, work 5 days, have 5 days off!, • All schedules offered are full-time and overtime is available. Some additional shifts may come with bonuses attached!, • As a 24/7 hospital, some holidays and weekends will be required. Requirements: • High school degree or equivalent, • A minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience is required, • RVT preferred but not required, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • The ability to lift up to 40lbs unassisted, • Emotionally intelligent, • Critical thinking, • Able to safely restrain patients for extended periods of time, • Proficient with technology including electronic medical record systems, automated lab analyzers, digital radiology Responsibilities: • Assist veterinarians in all aspects of care, • Provide advanced nursing care to patients with compassion, • Venipuncture: jugular, cephalic, saphenous, • IV Catheter placement, • Automated and manual laboratory analysis, • Digital radiology, • Triage patients and anticipate veterinarian's needs to maintain workflow, • Anesthesia induction, endotracheal intubation, and anesthesia monitoring, • Provide compassionate customer service to our clients, • Medical calculations Benefits: • 80-hours of PTO initially - more with tenure!, • Company Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • 401k with company match, • Group Term Life Insurance, • Voluntary Term Life Insurance, • $1,500/yr Health Reimbursement Account, • Employee Assistance Program, • Employee Discount, • $750/yr CE Allowance, • Uniform Allowance, • Referral Program Ready to apply? Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply! Powered by JazzHR Y5GesQitT7

Job Description CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency is a privately owned and operated ER and specialty referral hospital in the heart of Charlotte, NC. Position Objective The phone triage technician is a multifaceted clinical role with primary responsibilities split between triaging incoming client calls to determine the nature and severity of the patient, fielding the client’s medical questions, and completing after-hour medication refills. Position Requirements: Experience • 5-years’ experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician or equivalent work experience (required), • High School Degree or equivalent (required), • Able to communicate empathy and reassurance over the phone, and confidently address pet owner’s concerns, • Ability to work independently and be self-directed., • Passion for learning and gaining comprehensive understanding of procedures, protocols, and common client questions associated with the medical services, • Navigates fast-paced environments with ease, • Exceptional written communication skills - Strong attention to proper spelling and grammar, • Excellent comprehension of written communications, • Proficient in Microsoft Word, use of EMR, Office Chat, • Fast typing speeds with exceptional accuracy, • Ability to remain calm during highly charged situations. Demonstrated experience in effectively de-escalating situations., • Ability to present oneself in a genuine and compassionate manner., • Ask situational based questions to assess the severity of the pet’s illness/injury, • Advise clients of potential wait time for emergency services or diversion status, • Escalate complex questions to Veterinarians, • Have a comprehensive understanding of protocols of various services to allow for the fielding of client questions, • Be attentive to all details and provide thorough and accurate information, • Communicate quickly and effectively with emergency team members, • Discharge patients from hospitalized care via phone We are a privately owned 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital in Charlotte NC that offers its employees a fun, supportive work environment, terrific benefits, and opportunities for growth. The Schedule • 2:00 pm-12:00 am on a 2 and 5 rotation (work 2 days, have 2 days off, work 5 days, have 5 days off) This is a consistent schedule. You would either be on the Monday/Tuesday day team or the Wednesday /Thursday team, having the opposite days off, you would then rotate working Friday-Sunday every other week., • This is NOT a remote role., • You will be scheduled 40 hours a week, • Company health, and dental insurance, • Voluntary vision insurance, • Employee Assistance Plan, • Voluntary short term disability, • $25,000 group term life insurance, • 401k with company match!, • voluntary ad&d life insurance ($10,000-$200,000), • Generous PTO, • Paid sick leave!, • CE Allowance for everyone!, • Paid registration fees, VTNE exam fees, NC state board exam fees, • Uniform allowance, • allows the purchase of scrubs, bandage scissors, stethoscope, thermometer, work shoes, uniform jackets, company swag HJGQNxo8np

Job Description *Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply! * CARE | Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency is an independently, woman owned 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital in Charlotte, NC that offers its employees a fun company culture, supportive work environment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth! Board-certified specialty services offered include internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, surgery, oncology, and ophthalmology. Our advanced diagnostic services include ultrasonography and echocardiography, electroencephalography, endoscopy, rapid-scan CT imaging, high field MRI, and cardio cath lab, in addition to many others. CARE is seeking talented Part-Time Registered Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our Emergency team on the weekend! If you are looking to work alongside experienced Emergency Veterinarians who value the crucial role an RVT or Assistant plays in the patient and client experience, CARE is the place for you! ER technicians are responsible for triaging and assisting our ER doctors with managing intakes and outpatient emergency cases. *Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply! * Shifts Available: • High school degree or equivalent, • A minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience is required, • RVT preferred but not required, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • The ability to lift up to 40lbs unassisted, • Emotionally intelligent, • Critical thinking, • Able to safely restrain patients for extended periods of time, • Proficient with technology including electronic medical record systems, automated lab analyzers, digital radiology Responsibilities: • Assist veterinarians in all aspects of care, • Provide advanced nursing care to patients with compassion, • Venipuncture: jugular, cephalic, saphenous, • IV Catheter placement, • Automated and manual laboratory analysis, • Digital radiology, • Triage patients and anticipate veterinarian's needs to maintain workflow, • Anesthesia induction, endotracheal intubation, and anesthesia monitoring, • Provide compassionate customer service to our clients, • Medical calculations Benefits include but are not limited to: • An initial 40-hours of PTO (increases with tenor), • Employee Assistance Program, • Employee Discount, • $325/yr CE Allowance, • Uniform Allowance, • Referral Program Ready to apply? Applications are only accepted through our Human Resources platform, Centrally HR. Please CLICK HERE to apply! Powered by JazzHR RpuMjkIh5B