Experienced Veterinary Surgery Tech - Flexible Hours & Growth

Easthartfordanimalclinic; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Roth Retirement Savings

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Support Program

Referral Bonus Program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet care benefits

Sick Time / Paid Time Off

Job summary

East Hartford Animal Clinic is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Surgery Technician to join our high-volume, small-animal surgical team. Candidates should bring a strong background in surgery and anesthesia to help provide exceptional care for dogs and cats in a fast-paced hospital.

The position offers full-time or part-time scheduling, with a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement options, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of veterinary technician experience with a strong focus on surgery and anesthesia.
• Certification as CVT, LVT, or RVT strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery.
• Proficiency in intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery, including intravenous catheter placement, intubation, and surgical site preparation.
• Administer, monitor, and adjust anesthesia to ensure patient safety throughout surgical procedures.
• Monitor heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, temperature, and other patient vital signs during surgery and recovery.
• Maintain complete and accurate anesthesia and surgical records.
• Assist veterinarians during routine and soft tissue surgical procedures.
• Monitor patients during recovery and provide attentive postoperative nursing care.
• Educate clients on postoperative care, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Perform venipuncture, blood collection, medication preparation, and vaccine administration.
• Perform routine laboratory and clinical procedures as needed.
• Maintain sterile surgical instruments and a clean, organized surgical suite.
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and teammates to provide exceptional patient care.
• Support daily hospital operations while maintaining the highest standards of medical care.

Skills

Surgery & anesthesia

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Tools

EMR software

Job description

East Hartford Animal Clinic is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Surgery Technician to join our high-volume, small-animal surgical team. Candidates should bring a strong background in surgery and anesthesia to help provide exceptional care for dogs and cats in a fast-paced hospital.

The position offers full-time or part-time scheduling, with a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement options, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.