Surgical Vet Tech – 4-Day Week, Growth & Impact

United Veterinary Care; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Paid time off

Fertility benefits

Mental health support

Pet discounts

DailyPay

Job summary

HousePaws Mount Laurel is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician – Surgery to join a fast-paced, collaborative hospital. You will support surgeons, monitor anesthesia, prep patients, and assist in procedures to ensure comfort and safety for every patient.

The role emphasizes continuous learning and exceptional pet care. You’ll work with a compassionate team, handling post‑op recovery, pain management, client communication, and ongoing care in a forward‑thinking hospital that values staff

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience (surgery experience a big plus)
• Skilled with anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• Calm, compassionate, and able to discharge patients safely
• Team player who supports the crew
• Loves learning, sharing knowledge, and advocating for pets

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia during surgery
• Prep patients for procedures
• Assist veterinarians during surgeries
• Ensure patient comfort and safety
• Post-op client communication and instructions
• Pain management and patient recovery
• IV catheter placement and venipuncture
• Surgical prep and instrument sterilization
• Dental cleanings and radiology

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Team player

Compassionate care

Tools

IV catheter placement

Job description

HousePaws Mount Laurel is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician – Surgery to join a fast-paced, collaborative hospital. You will support surgeons, monitor anesthesia, prep patients, and assist in procedures to ensure comfort and safety for every patient.

The role emphasizes continuous learning and exceptional pet care. You’ll work with a compassionate team, handling post‑op recovery, pain management, client communication, and ongoing care in a forward‑thinking hospital that values staff