Contract Veterinary Surgical Technician: Procedures & Anesthesia

NAMSA; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NAMSA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support surgical and interventional procedures in our study environments. You will prepare cath labs, monitor anesthesia and animal vitals, and assist with specialized imaging equipment.

The role requires a science degree or veterinary technology credential and 0–2 years of related experience. Competitive hourly compensation ranges with flexible, procedure-focused responsibilities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline or Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology required.
• 0-2 years related work experience.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or ALAT certification preferred.
• Knowledge of research animal physiology, pharmacology and general animal care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical and cath lab suites for procedures, including setting up instruments and stocking study-specific supplies.
• Monitors anesthesia and animal vitals during surgical interventional procedures.
• Administers medications intra-procedure.
• Performs euthanasia.
• Collects laboratory samples, such as blood and urine, and processes them for analysis.
• Assists with specialized software-driven equipment, fluoroscopy and 3D imaging, etc. in support of procedures.
• Provides customer service to clients through professional interactions and by responding to client requests.
• Prepares and maintains surgical instruments through washing, drying and proper storage. Assembles surgical packs and processes sterile packs via autoclave or ethylene oxide.
• Operates, cleans and maintains gas anesthesia machines, autoclave and other surgical equipment routinely utilized.
• Maintains an efficient and clean work area by organizing and re-stocking cath labs, operating rooms, and the general storeroom as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Client interaction

Instrument setup

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or AS in Veterinary Technology

Tools

Autoclave

Ethylene oxide sterilization

Fluoroscopy equipment

3D imaging equipment

Job description

NAMSA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support surgical and interventional procedures in our study environments. You will prepare cath labs, monitor anesthesia and animal vitals, and assist with specialized imaging equipment.

The role requires a science degree or veterinary technology credential and 0–2 years of related experience. Competitive hourly compensation ranges with flexible, procedure-focused responsibilities are offered.