Surgery Veterinary Technician: Anesthesia & OR Support

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and discounts

Job summary

Pet Specialists of Austin is seeking a Veterinary Technician – Surgery in Austin, TX. The role requires assisting surgeons, monitoring anesthesia, and maintaining sterile workflow in a busy hospital. Flexibility includes one Saturday per month and on-call duties with potential bonuses for on-call procedures.

Starting pay estimates range from $24-32/hour, negotiable based on experience and credentials. The position is full-time with shifts either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday and a

Qualifications

• Experience with board-certified surgeons or equivalent in a surgery setting.
• Ability to assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Comfort with radiographs, blood draws, and catheter placement.
• Strong client communication and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Support surgeons during procedures and post-operative care.
• Maintain sterile workflow and hospital operations.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals; assist with admissions and discharges.
• Document medical records and communicate care plans to clients.
• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly clinic tasks.

Skills

Animal handling

Anesthesia experience

Surgical assistance

Emergency response

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Pet Specialists of Austin is seeking a Veterinary Technician – Surgery in Austin, TX. The role requires assisting surgeons, monitoring anesthesia, and maintaining sterile workflow in a busy hospital. Flexibility includes one Saturday per month and on-call duties with potential bonuses for on-call procedures.

Starting pay estimates range from $24-32/hour, negotiable based on experience and credentials. The position is full-time with shifts either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday and a