Surgical Vet Tech: Anesthesia, Surgery & Critical Care

Mission Pet Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted pet care

Teladoc access

401k retirement

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Educational assistance

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Credentialed Surgery Veterinary Technician to lead anesthesia, monitor patients, and assist surgeons in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will manage pre- and post-operative care, perform phlebotomy, drug calculations, IV placements, and mentor teammates while maintaining sterile technique. Join a network that supports development, competitive benefits, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• Current state veterinary technician license in good standing.
• Experience in anesthesia, surgical nursing, or specialty/referral setting preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, drug calculation, phlebotomy, IV placement.

Responsibilities

• Lead anesthesia and patient monitoring; adjust depth and respond to changes.
• Accurately calculate and administer anesthetics, analgesics, and emergency meds.
• Assist surgeons; maintain aseptic technique; manage instruments.
• Perform phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and diagnostic support.
• Manage post-operative care and client discharge instructions.
• Maintain medical records and support training of teammates.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug calculation

Sterile technique

Phlebotomy

IV catheter

Surgical assistance

Client communication

Mentorship

Medical records

Education

AVMA-accredited program

Current state license

Job description

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Credentialed Surgery Veterinary Technician to lead anesthesia, monitor patients, and assist surgeons in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will manage pre- and post-operative care, perform phlebotomy, drug calculations, IV placements, and mentor teammates while maintaining sterile technique. Join a network that supports development, competitive benefits, and a collaborative culture.