Lead Surgery Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Chalet Veterinary Clinic; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonus program

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Job summary

Chalet Veterinary Clinic in Stoughton, Wisconsin is seeking a Lead Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join a three-doctor general practice. The role emphasizes leadership in surgical workflows and high-quality patient care.

Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities are available, with a focus on work-life balance and professional growth. The position offers competitive pay based on experience and licensure, plus a benefits package including tuition support, 401(k) matching, and

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician with strong surgery/anesthesia interest.
• Experience preparing patients for surgical procedures is preferred.
• Excellent client communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to lead surgical workflow and coordinate with veterinarians.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead technician for scheduled surgical procedures.
• Prepare patients: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia induction, monitoring.
• Maintain surgical instruments and equipment; ensure sterile environment.
• Record vital signs and anesthetic parameters accurately.
• Provide post-operative monitoring and client education.

Skills

Certified Veterinary Technician

Surgery & anesthesia

Client communication

Leadership/ownership

Education

CVT certification

VTNE eligibility

Tools

IDEXX ProCyte

IDEXX Catalyst

Zoetis Imagyst

Avimark

PetDesk

Job description

Who we are:

Chalet Veterinary Clinic is Hiring a Lead Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Lead Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)Status: Full-timeSalary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensureSchedule: 4 days per week

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Love Surgery but Also Love Having a Life Outside of Work?

Chalet Veterinary Clinic is a three-doctor general practice located in the charming, culturally rich town of Stoughton, Wisconsin. We're proud to be part of this historic community and are always happy to welcome team members from Stoughton and the surrounding areas.

We're looking for a skilled, compassionate, and surgery-focused Certified Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team as our Lead Surgery Technician. We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities.

We're not in a rush to fill this position. We're looking for the right person—someone who shares our commitment to exceptional patient care and client service, genuinely enjoys surgery and anesthesia, and wants to be part of a workplace that respects their skills, time, boundaries, and ideas.

If you want to take greater ownership of surgical patient care without sacrificing your personal time, we'd love to meet you.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Take the lead on scheduled surgical procedures and help shape efficient surgical workflows
• Work alongside three veterinarians in an established canine and feline general practice
• Enjoy consistent workweeks and predictable scheduling
• No expected overtime—our team isn't expected to routinely work late or outside scheduled hours
• Meetings are scheduled during working hours with appropriate time set aside for them
• Work-related communication stays within regular work hours so your personal time remains yours
• Enjoy a genuine 30-minute to one-hour lunch break
• Focus on your clinical responsibilities while a professional cleaning service handles general facility cleaning
• Work in a smaller team where your experience, ideas, and input can make a meaningful impact
• Practice with 30-minute appointments and dedicated lunch breaks built into the day
• Work with digital radiology and extensive in-house and reference laboratory capabilities
• Receive mentoring, continuing education, and professional development support
• Enjoy a stocked snack area with complimentary treats to help get you through the day
• Join a hospital that believes respecting veterinary professionals is essential to providing exceptional patient care

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

As our Lead Surgery CVT, you'll own many aspects of our scheduled surgical workflow while collaborating closely with our veterinarians and fellow team members.

• Serve as the lead technician for scheduled surgical procedures
• Prepare patients for surgery, including catheter placement, bloodwork, surgical preparation, and pre-anesthetic assessments
• Induce, maintain, and monitor anesthesia under veterinarian direction
• Monitor and accurately record anesthetic parameters and patient vital signs
• Assist veterinarians throughout surgical procedures
• Provide thorough and attentive post-operative monitoring and recovery
• Recognize changes in patient status and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinarian
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and anesthesia equipment
• Ensure surgical areas are properly cleaned, disinfected, stocked, and prepared for procedures
• Assist with maintaining appropriate surgical and anesthesia inventory
• Complete weekly controlled substance audits and maintain accurate records in accordance with clinic policies and regulatory requirements
• Help establish and maintain efficient surgical workflows and protocols
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Obtain diagnostic digital radiographs
• Provide safe, compassionate animal restraint and patient handling
• Administer vaccinations and medications as directed
• Perform treatments under veterinarian direction
• Evaluate patient records and fill standing prescription orders as appropriate
• Obtain and document complete patient histories
• Take and accurately record patient vital signs
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners regarding their pets' condition, treatment, and aftercare
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Assist with general technician responsibilities and patient care throughout the hospital as needed

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a veterinary professional who combines strong clinical skills with compassion, attention to detail, leadership, and a genuine interest in surgical patient care.

• Certified Veterinary Technician credentials
• A strong interest in surgery, anesthesia, and perioperative patient care
• Experience preparing patients for surgical procedures
• Confidence with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Strong venipuncture and IV catheter placement skills
• Experience obtaining quality diagnostic radiographs
• Safe and compassionate patient handling and restraint skills
• Ability to recognize changes in anesthetized and recovering patients and communicate concerns appropriately
• Strong attention to detail, particularly with medical documentation and controlled substance records
• Confidence administering medications, vaccines, and treatments under veterinarian direction
• Excellent client communication and education skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• A collaborative, team-first approach
• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities while working closely with veterinarians and teammates
• Commitment to exceptional patient care, client service, and continued professional growth

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Chalet Veterinary Clinic, respecting your role means more than saying we value work-life balance. We've built practical boundaries into the way our hospital operates.

We respect your position. We use a professional cleaning service to maintain our workspace, so our clinical team can focus on patient care rather than staying behind for end-of-day facility cleaning.

We respect your boundaries. Meetings happen during working hours with appropriate time allocated for them. Work communication also stays within regular working hours rather than following you into your personal time.

We respect your schedule. Our employees are not expected to routinely work overtime or stay beyond their scheduled hours. Consistent workweeks help you know what to expect and plan your life outside the hospital.

We value you as an individual. Being part of a smaller team gives you an opportunity to influence team dynamics, workflows, projects, and decision-making. Your ideas and experience matter here.

Lunch breaks are your time. We advocate for real 30-minute to one-hour lunch breaks so you can step away, eat, and recharge.

And yes, there are snacks. We keep a complimentary snack area stocked because sometimes the small things make a meaningful difference during a busy veterinary day.

A Look at Our Hospital

• Three-doctor canine and feline general practice
• 30-minute appointments
• IDEXX Reference Laboratories
• In-house IDEXX ProCyte, Catalyst, and SediVue
• Zoetis Imagyst
• Digital radiology
• Avimark and PetDesk
• Dedicated lunch break between morning and afternoon appointments

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for 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
• Access to the Vetcor Techlife community, connecting veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're a Certified Veterinary Technician who loves surgery and anesthesia and wants to work somewhere that respects your expertise, boundaries, and life outside the hospital, we'd love to hear from you.

We're not looking for just anyone—we're looking for the right person. Bring your surgical skills, compassion, leadership, and ideas, and we'll provide an environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is supported.

Ready to take the lead while building a veterinary career that works for your life, too? Apply today and discover what makes Chalet Veterinary Clinic a rewarding place to grow.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Chalet Veterinary Clinic 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 bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. We're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.