Veterinary Surgical Technician

Vetcor; Warwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Warwick seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgical Technician to ensure safe and efficient surgical procedures. Join a supportive team focused on patient care and professional growth, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

Health Insurance

Continuing education allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years experience in veterinary surgery/anesthesia.
• Strong understanding of sterile techniques and surgical prep.
• Comfortable monitoring patients under anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in all aspects of surgical procedures (prep, monitoring, recovery).
• Maintaining and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment.
• Monitoring anesthesia and patient vitals with confidence and accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Compassion

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT preferred)

Job description

Who we are:

Veterinary Surgical Technician - Join Our Supportive and Skilled Team!

Are you a detail-oriented and compassionate technician with a passion for surgical care? We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgical Technician to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical procedures for our patients.

About Us:

At Warwick Animal Hospital, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional veterinary care with a focus on teamwork, patient comfort, and client communication. Our modern facility offers a supportive environment where your skills and initiative are valued and where professional growth is encouraged.

Position Overview:

As a Veterinary Surgical Technician, you’ll work closely with our doctors and fellow technicians to ensure the smooth and safe execution of surgeries, from pre-op preparation to post-op recovery.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting in all aspects of surgical procedures (prep, monitoring, recovery)
• Maintaining and sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment
• Monitoring anesthesia and patient vitals with confidence and accuracy
• Communicating clearly with doctors, clients, and team members
• Ensuring a clean and organized surgical suite
• Following all safety and hospital protocols

Qualifications:

• Certified or experienced Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required)
• Minimum 1–2 years experience in veterinary surgery/anesthesia
• Strong understanding of sterile techniques and surgical prep
• Comfortable monitoring patients under anesthesia
• Calm under pressure and attentive to detail
• Passionate about animal care and team collaboration

What We Offer:

Warwick Animal Hospital is ready to hire an experienced or licensed veterinary technician to join our fantastic team. Looking for a practice that will value your opinions, hear your ideas, and prioritize teamwork as a core value? We believe in a 'better together' philosophy and appreciate the diversity that each team member brings to our practice. We encourage and are excited to hear about having a great life outside the hospital. Our hours reflect our belief in the importance of self-care, and we offer awesome benefits to support a healthy and positive work environment, including:

Financial Benefits:

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits:

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and longterm disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits:

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits:

• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

We are excited to welcome you to the team! Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Warwick Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.