Surgical Vet Tech: Orthopedic & Soft Tissue

Veterinary Care and Specialty Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pet care discount

Employee Assistance Program

Shift differentials for nights/weekend

120 hours annual PTO and floating holi

Competitive pay

Job summary

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group in Chattanooga, TN seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgical Team. The ideal candidate will educate clients, assist surgeons, and maintain precise instrument care in a fast-paced, multi-specialty hospital.

Responsibilities include patient monitoring during sedation and anesthesia, safe handling of animals, and collaboration with board-certified specialists across departments. On-call shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technicians preferred.
• 2–3 years of veterinary technician experience; specialty experience preferred.
• Some holidays and weekends are required.
• Availability for scheduled on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support surgeons and staff during procedures.
• Monitor patients during anesthesia and recovery.
• Handle samples for advanced diagnostics and maintain equipment.
• Maintain sterile operating room setup and instrument care.
• Communicate calmly with clients and team members.
• Restrain and manage dogs and cats as needed.

Skills

Anesthesia

Surgical support

Sterile technique

Venipuncture

Communication

Teamwork

Animal restraint

Safety handling

Education

Credentialed veterinary technician

Job description

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group in Chattanooga, TN seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgical Team. The ideal candidate will educate clients, assist surgeons, and maintain precise instrument care in a fast-paced, multi-specialty hospital.

Responsibilities include patient monitoring during sedation and anesthesia, safe handling of animals, and collaboration with board-certified specialists across departments. On-call shifts may be required.