Lead Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Mass‑RI Veterinary ER; Swansea (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO & holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Mental Health Focused Services

Team building

Job summary

Coastal Veterinary Care in Swansea, MA seeks a Lead Surgical Veterinary Technician to lead the surgical suite, supervise anesthesia, and support a high-performance veterinary team.

You will oversee anesthesia, surgical prep, patient recovery, and post-operative care while fostering a collaborative, fear-free, compassionate hospital culture. This role offers growth, mentorship, and a path to leadership within a brand-new clinic.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician experience with strong surgical and anesthesia experience preferred.
• CVT/LVT/RVT credential preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia, surgical nursing, and patient monitoring.
• Confident technical skills and ability to work independently.
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to jump in when needed.
• Commitment to fear-free, compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Enjoy teaching others and helping teammates grow.

Responsibilities

• Lead surgical team and oversee anesthesia monitoring and procedures.
• Prepare surgical suite, instruments, equipment, and patients.
• Monitor anesthetized patients and respond to status changes.
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, procedures, diagnostics and treatment plans.
• Mentor, train, and support technicians and assistants.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Help establish efficient workflows and clinical protocols.
• Promote teamwork and positive hospital culture.

Skills

Leadership

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical nursing

Communication

Mentoring

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT credential preferred

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Dental radiography equipment

Job description

Passionate about emergency veterinary care? So are we!

At Mass-RI Veterinary ER, we provide compassionate, high-quality emergency and urgent care for cats and dogs in Swansea, Massachusetts. As a trusted 7-day emergency and urgent care hospital, our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure pets receive the care they need when it matters most.

Why Mass-RI?

We believe in teamwork, mentorship, and supporting each other every step of the way, and whether you’re an experienced veterinarian, a recent graduate, or an aspiring technician, we support continued education and professional growth.

We’re a practice with a strong, supportive team of veterinary professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in veterinary medicine – where your skills can make a life-saving difference – we’d love to hear from you!

Description:
Are you the Veterinary Technician that everyone turns to when a patient is under anesthesia, the surgeon needs 3 instruments at once, and somehow, the surgical pack has mysteriously disappeared? If so, Coastal Veterinary Care is looking for YOU!

Coastal Veterinary Care, a brand-new General Practice located in Swansea, MA, is searching for an experienced Lead Surgical Veterinary Technician who can confidently take charge in the surgical suite, keep anesthesia from getting exciting for all the wrong reasons, and be the calm, knowledgeable teammate who embodies a team spirit!

If you are passionate about surgery, love veterinary medicine, and are ready to take your technician career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

What to Expect:

• Commitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goals.
• Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent with strong work ethics and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted from within.
• Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it's easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.

About You:

As our Lead Surgical Veterinary Technician, you will be both a hands-on clinical expert and a leader for our technician team. You will keep our surgical and non-surgical days running smoothly while upholding exceptional patient care, teamwork, and client service:

• Serve as a leader and resource for the veterinary technician/assistant team
• Assist with and oversee surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, patient recovery, and post-operative care
• Ensure appropriate surgical protocols, safety standards, and technique are consistently followed
• Prepare surgical suite, instruments, equipment, and patients for procedures
• Monitor anesthetized patients and respond appropriately to changes in patient status
• Perform dental procedures and assist with dental radiography as needed
• Place IV catheters, collect and process laboratory samples, administer medications, and provide nursing care
• Provide high-quality patient care from admission through discharge
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, procedures, diagnostics, and treatment plans
• Mentor, train, and support veterinary technicians and assistants
• Help establish and maintain efficient workflows and clinical protocols
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure proper documentation
• Assist with inventory management and maintaining surgical and medical equipment
• Promote teamwork, communication, and a positive hospital culture
• Serve as a role model for exceptional patient care and client service

At Coastal Veterinary Care, we believe great medicine starts with amazing people like you!

Our Lead Surgical technician will have the opportunity to lead form the floor, in a brand-new clinic and become part of the building blocks for workflows! We are looking for someone who isn't afraid to take ownership, speak up with ideas, mentor others, and get their hands dirty when the day gets busy.

Anticipated Schedule:

This is a full-time position:

The schedule can be:
4 days a week / 10-hour shifts – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday – 8am-6pm

Compensation:

Starting at $25.00-$31.00/hour dependent upon experience and education.

What's in it for you:

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• 401(k) plan with strong employer match
• Team Building

Requirements:

• Veterinary Technician experience, with strong surgical and anesthesia experience preferred
• CVT/LVT/RVT credential preferred (but not mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia, surgical nursing, and patient monitoring
• Confident technical skills and the ability to work independently
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• A team-oriented attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed
• Commitment to fear-free, compassionate, and high-quality patient care
• Someone who enjoys teaching others and helping their teammates grow
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

EEO Statement:

Pieper Veterinary/Cove Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.