Surgery Veterinary Technician, PERC

Ethos Veterinary Health; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible spending account

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider in New York is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join their Surgery team. The ideal candidate will have surgery and anesthesia experience, with a focus on patient advocacy and quality care. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $25.00 - $30.00 and benefits such as 401(k) and paid time off. Join a collaborative environment dedicated to exceptional veterinary services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a veterinary technician in specialty medicine.
• Understanding of basic veterinary knowledge.
• Experience with anesthesia patients for various surgical procedures.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessment and diagnostics.
• Execute and monitor anesthetic events.
• Support surgeons during orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries.
• Advocate for patient comfort and care.

Skills

Surgery experience

Anesthesia experience

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Client service

Ability to work independently

Education

LVT or CVT certification

Minimum 3 years as veterinary technician

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Are you a compassionate veterinary technician looking to utilize your skills to their full potential? Do you thrive in an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact? If so, Pet Emergency & Referral Center is looking to add YOU as a Veterinary Technician to their Surgery team!

Certified and non‑certified Veterinary technicians with surgery and anesthesia experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour based on experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday, three twelve hour shifts, participation in on‑call rotation.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Flexible spending account
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• And more!

About You

An experienced surgery veterinary technician that thrives on an ever changing ER/Specialty environment, with strong communication skills seeking a cohesive, hard‑working team and committed to quality patient care. Equipped to stay calm and know how to react quickly during life threatening circumstances. Dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care. You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share the same value. You can adapt to the individual needs of each patient, are eager to continue enhancing your skill set, and truly want to make a difference.

About the job

As a surgery and anesthesia technician, you will embark on a fulfilling journey where your skills make a real difference. Here’s what you can look forward to.

• Assist in managing cases, collaborating closely with our board‑certified surgeons and highly skilled technicians.
• Participate in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures alongside each surgeon.
• Execute, monitor, and recover all assigned sedation and anesthetic events.
• Assist in all operating room duties as a circulating nurse and scrub‑in technician during orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries.
• Provide empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients, being a strong patient advocate during their hospitalization.
• Work well independently and in a team environment, leading by example and holding oneself accountable for quality medicine and customer service.
• Exhibit flexibility, dependability, responsibility, and possess excellent attention to detail and time management skills.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years working as a veterinary technician, preferably in specialty medicine with a focus on surgery, specialty surgery, anesthesia, and emergency. LVT or CVT is preferred, but not required.
• Understanding of all basic veterinary knowledge, including triage, restraint, diagnostic imaging, venipuncture, phlebotomy, laboratory equipment and procedures, etc.
• Experience planning, monitoring, managing and recovering anesthesia patients for a variety of abdominal, thoracic, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures, surgical prepping and positioning. Knowledge of common surgical instruments and their uses and experience calculating and administering CRI medications appropriately.
• Attention to detail, with strong communication skills with both clients and team members.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

At Pet Emergency and Referral Center we are proud to have an outstanding emergency care department alongside teams of critical care, internal medicine, oncology, and surgery specialists who dedicate their energies and combined knowledge to the care of their patients and the support of their clients. Our team embodies our core principles of commitment, compassion, and competence towards our patients, clients, and our referring veterinary community. It is our goal to function as an integrated, collaborative team while providing the very best care for each patient, while balancing the needs and desires of our clients.

What sets PERC apart

• Collaborative environment: Diversity is celebrated and our inclusive work environment fosters collaboration and learning. You’ll feel empowered to learn from experienced colleagues and seek guidance from a diverse range of clinicians and specialists.
• Autonomy: You’ll have the opportunity for direct case oversight and manage alongside our surgeons. You’ll play a crucial role in providing care and treatment to patients from all specialty services.
• Continuous learning: Our commitment to education means you’ll have access to mentorship from senior technicians, opportunities for specialty credentials, and leadership development. We’re dedicated to supporting your journey to becoming the best veterinary professional you can be.

For more information about our hospital, please visit Pet Emergency and Referral Center homepage at https://www.petemergencyandreferralcenter.com/

Compensation details: 25‑30 Hourly Wage

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Veterinary Services

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