Veterinary Technician - Surgery and Anesthesia

• Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology)
• Dermatology
• Neurology
• Oncology
• Cardiology
• Internal Medicine
• Emergency and Critical Care (ER/ECC)

• Have experience supporting veterinary surgery, anesthesia, emergency, or specialty medicine
• Enjoy advanced patient care and complex medical cases
• Take pride in technical excellence and patient advocacy
• Want to advance your skills beyond routine general practice medicine
• Are interested in pursuing a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Surgery or Anesthesia and Analgesia
• Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced specialty environment
• Want to work alongside highly skilled specialists who challenge you to grow

Your Role: Advanced Surgery Support

• Prepare patients for surgery and advanced procedures
• Assist surgeons during specialty and referral-level procedures
• Maintain sterile technique and surgical suite readiness
• Support efficient surgical workflow and patient safety initiatives
• Assist with instrumentation, patient positioning, and intraoperative nursing care

• Perform anesthesia induction and patient preparation
• Monitor anesthesia utilizing ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure monitoring, temperature monitoring, and advanced anesthetic protocols
• Manage ventilated patients and high-risk anesthetic cases
• Recognize and respond to anesthetic changes in real time
• Support safe patient recovery and post-operative monitoring

• Monitor hospitalized and post-operative patients
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Maintain detailed anesthesia and treatment records
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, specialists, emergency clinicians, and nursing teams
• Deliver exceptional patient care throughout the surgical experience

What We’re Looking For

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday
• Lift, carry, and assist in restraining patients weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance available when appropriate
• Safely handle animals of varying sizes, breeds, temperaments, and medical conditions
• Perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including patient restraint, venipuncture, medication administration, and equipment operation
• Work in a fast-paced specialty veterinary hospital environment with frequent movement between treatment, exam, and specialty care areas
• Communicate effectively with clients, specialists, veterinarians, and team members

• Animal dander, fur, saliva, and other animal-related allergens
• Chemotherapy agents and hazardous drug handling environments
• Cleaning products, disinfectants, and veterinary medical chemicals
• Medical odors, fragrances, and hospital-related environmental conditions
• Noise associated with veterinary patient care and hospital operations

• 2+ years of experience in a surgical, specialty, or high-volume veterinary setting 
•  Strong background in anesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
•  Experience with advanced monitoring equipment and ventilators
•  High level of confidence working in a fast-paced surgical environment

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credentials
•  Experience in orthopedic or specialty surgery
•  Advanced training in anesthesia or surgical nursing
•  RECOVER CPR certification 

What Sets You Apart

•  Advanced proficiency in anesthesia and surgical support
•  Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
•  Ability to remain calm, focused, and efficient during complex procedures 
•  Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills 
•  Passion for continuous learning and clinical excellence

Investing in Your Growth

• $3,000 Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• 2 Paid Continuing Education Days
• Support for advanced certifications and specialty training
• Mentorship from experienced specialists and surgeons
• Exposure to advanced referral-level procedures and complex cases
• Opportunities to pursue long-term specialty career paths

• Competitive compensation based on experience and skillset
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program
• Calm Health Wellness Resources
• Mental health and wellbeing support programs

• Rocket Lawyer Legal Benefits for you and your immediate family

• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Professional Membership Support

• Advanced medicine
• Clinical excellence
• Collaborative teamwork
• Continuous learning
• Technician empowerment

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