Surgery Veterinary Technician -- No Weekends - No Late Night Shifts

SPCA Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Work-life balance

Job summary

SPCA Florida is seeking a Veterinary Surgical & Anesthesia Technician for our Lakeland clinic. You will support surgical preparation, anesthesia management, monitoring, and recovery, while ensuring a safe and efficient workflow for a diverse caseload of dogs and cats.

The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, excellent client communication, and a collaborative attitude to contribute across all veterinary technician duties.

Qualifications

• CVT graduate from AVMA-accredited program or demonstrated experience as a veterinary technician.
• Strong experience with surgical and/or anesthesia procedures preferred.
• Excellent client communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume veterinary setting with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and appropriate patient identification.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery.
• Monitor during procedures and communicate abnormalities to the veterinarian.
• Maintain surgical instruments and areas; assist veterinarians during procedures.
• Place IV catheters and administer medications and fluids as directed.
• Educate clients regarding care, medications, and discharge instructions.

Skills

Surgical procedures

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Team player

High-volume setting

Education

CVT preferred or AVMA program graduate

Job description

Position:Veterinary Surgical and Anesthesia Technician -- No Weekends - No Late Night Shifts

Location: Lakeland, FL

Job Id:333-454

# of Openings:1

SPCA Florida is seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Surgical & Anesthesia Technician who is dedicated to exceptional patient care and thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate has a genuine love for dogs and cats, strong technical skills, excellent client communication abilities, and a commitment to providing the highest standard of veterinary care to animals in our community. We are looking for someone who is confident, conscientious, calm under pressure, and eager to contribute across the full range of veterinary technician responsibilities.

Why You Will Love Working at SPCA Florida Veterinary Clinic

Amazing Work Environment
We are more than coworkers—we are a team! Our veterinary clinic is known for its positive, supportive, and collaborative atmosphere where your contributions are valued.

Growth & Development Opportunities
We are committed to helping our team members grow. You will have opportunities to develop new skills, expand your medical knowledge, participate in continuing education, and advance your veterinary career.

Diverse Experiences
Work with a variety of patients and caseloads, each with unique medical, behavioral, and environmental needs. Every day brings new opportunities to learn and make a difference.

Work-Life Balance
We believe veterinary medicine should be rewarded without consuming your entire life. We offer a benefits package designed to support your well-being and recognize the important work you do for animals and their families.

What You'll Get to Do

As a Veterinary Surgical & Anesthesia Technician, you will play an integral role in patient care, surgical preparation, anesthesia management, monitoring, recovery, and overall workflow efficiency.

Our surgery technicians are trusted with a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Prepare patients for surgery, including clipping, surgical preparation/scrub, positioning, and appropriate patient identification.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery.
• Monitor patients closely throughout surgical procedures and promptly communicate abnormalities or changes to the veterinarian.
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and surgical areas.
• Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures and other medical treatments.
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters and administer medications and fluids as directed.
• Collect blood and other diagnostic samples and properly prepare specimens for testing.
• Perform accurate patient monitoring and maintain thorough medical records.
• Obtain and properly position patients for diagnostic radiographs.
• Assist with pre-surgical examinations and patient assessments.
• Provide appropriate post-operative care and monitoring.
• Educate clients regarding patient care, medications, surgical preparation, and discharge instructions.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding their pets' care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and efficient surgical environment.
• Assist with other veterinary technician duties as needed to support the team and provide excellent patient care.

You will be encouraged to use your skills, share your knowledge, ask questions, and continue learning. Our team values mentorship, continuing education, collaboration, and innovation in veterinary medicine.

What We're Looking For

• Preferred, but not required: CVT graduate from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program OR demonstrated experience working as a veterinary technician.
• Previous experience with surgical and/or anesthesia procedures is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, patient recovery, and veterinary medical terminology.
• Experience with intravenous catheter placement, blood draws, diagnostic sample collection, and radiographs.
• A confident, dependable team player who is eager to expand their surgical and medical knowledge.
• Willingness to contribute ideas and provide input based on education, knowledge, and prior experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and client communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume veterinary setting with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment and work collaboratively with veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Why SPCA Florida?

At SPCA Florida's Veterinary Clinic, we don't just talk about high standards—we live them.

We invest in our people, maintain an organized and consistent workflow, support professional development, and build strong relationships with our clients through quality veterinary care.

If you are an experienced veterinary technician who is passionate about surgery, anesthesia, patient care, and teamwork, and you are looking for a workplace that offers stability, respect, growth, and a strong work-life balance, we would love to meet you!

SPCA Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. Background checks are conducted.