Experienced Credentialed (RVT) Surgery Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Ontario; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking an Experienced Credentialed (RVT) Surgery Technician to join their fast-paced Surgery Department. This role requires expertise in monitoring anesthesia and managing complex surgical cases, offering opportunities for professional growth and team collaboration. Enjoy benefits including a competitive hourly wage, signing bonus, and various insurances as part of a commitment to exceptional veterinary care.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $1000

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Pet discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in specialty surgery or critical care environment.
• Familiarity with managing complex anesthetic cases.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia including blood pressure and CO2 levels.
• Assist in preparing for soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries.
• Draw blood, place IV catheters, sedate, and intubate patients.

Skills

Knowledge of advanced anesthetic procedures

Team player

Professional communication skills

Punctuality

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

RVT certification

Job description

Experienced Credentialed (RVT) Surgery Technician

Join VCA Animal Hospitals as an Experienced Credentialed (RVT) Surgery Technician.

We are seeking a skilled technician to join our expanding, fast-paced Surgery Department at VCA California Veterinary Specialists in Ontario, the largest 24-hour Emergency and Specialty hospital in the Inland Empire. We have provided exceptional veterinary care for over 10 years and are committed to professional growth and team development.

• Collaborate with a great team environment
• Work with a variety of cases including emergency and specialty medicine
• Enjoy a fast-paced work setting
• Utilize your skills fully and grow professionally
• Advance your technical expertise
• Work with approachable doctors and leadership
• Receive an annual continuing education allowance
• Maintain a consistent schedule with no weekends

Position Summary: We need a highly experienced surgery technician familiar with critical anesthetic cases such as septic abdomens and thoracotomies. Candidates should have prior experience in a specialty surgery or critical care environment, managing complex anesthetic cases. The schedule is 4 days per week, 10 hours per day.

Essential Job Functions: Monitoring anesthesia (blood pressure, CO2, SpO2, invasive blood pressure, ventilator management), calculating and administering CRIs, performing radiographs, preparing for soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, drawing blood, placing IV catheters, sedation, intubation, and other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Skills: Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 40 lbs, and work under pressure. Knowledge of advanced anesthetic procedures, ventilator setup, and basic anesthetic physiology. Must be a team player with professional communication skills, punctuality, reliability, and flexibility. A high school diploma is required; RVT certification is mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits: $26-32/hour, higher for VTS. Includes a signing bonus of $1000 (paid after 120 days), medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k), pet discounts, and more.

This description is subject to change; management reserves the right to modify duties as needed. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled. Current employees should apply via the internal career site.