Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician - Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists

PetVet Care Centers; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 29,342 - 37,884; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team member pet discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle relief fund

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers in Little Rock, Arkansas is looking for a qualified Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician to support their operations with high-quality veterinary care and outstanding client service. This role involves patient care, surgical assistance, diagnostic support, and nursing duties.

Applicants should have a High School diploma and certification as a Veterinary Technician. Compensation ranges from $21.30 to $27.50 per hour, alongside great benefits like insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as a Veterinary Technician is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Determine patient requirements and conduct examinations.
• Assist during surgeries and provide nursing care.
• Maintain and manage medical records and supplies.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Patient care

Client communication

Critical thinking

CPR procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Veterinary Technician

Tools

Hospital management software

Radiology equipment

Job description

Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician

PetVet Care Centers' Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking a qualified Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician to support hospital operations by providing high‑quality veterinary care and exceptional client service. The role involves patient care, surgical assistance, diagnostic support, and nursing duties, along with maintaining medical records and supplies.

Position Overview

Responsibilities include determining patient requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies, overseeing triage and discharge, and maintaining patient medical records. The position may require occasional after‑hours, weekends, and holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals and a thorough history from clients at presentation
• Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exam, diagnostics, and treatments
• Perform venipuncture of cephalic, saphenous, and jugular sites
• Conduct hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panel, and process laboratory samples for reference lab
• Apply radiology techniques and positioning
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters, including central and arterial lines
• Place and maintain urinary catheters
• Calculate medication doses, including oral, injectable, and continuous rates
• Administer oral, injectable, and continuous medications with knowledge of drug compatibilities
• Demonstrate CPR procedures
• Perform emergency anesthesia, including calculations, monitoring, and recovery
• Complete medical records in hospital management software
• Fill prescriptions and log controlled drugs properly
• Review discharge instructions with clients
• Handle client calls and questions, including scheduling appointments
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Clean, pack, and sterilize surgical instruments
• Assist in surgical procedures
• Care for all pre/post‑operative surgical patients in the ICU, including hourly medical treatments
• Maintain cleanliness of the OR, ICU, radiology, and hospital areas
• Occasionally assist the Emergency Department with incoming ER cases

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED
• Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Advanced anesthesia and surgical experience

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday from 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
• Must be able to work the full schedule as well as occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team member pet discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle – relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$21.30 – $27.50 USD per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V.

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