Técnico Veterinario Quirúrgico

Pet Vet Animal Clinic & Mobile Practice, Ltd; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

CE allowance

Staff pet discounts

Supportive, collaborative team

Fear Free culture

Job summary

Pet Vet Animal Clinic & Mobile Practice, Ltd in Huntley, IL is seeking an experienced Surgical Veterinary Technician to join a collaborative team. You will prepare patients and the surgical suite, assist during procedures, monitor anesthesia, and maintain records with meticulous attention to safety and aseptic technique.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of veterinary technician experience with hands-on surgical exposure, strong communication, and a calm, proactive approach in a busy clinical

Qualifications

• 2–3 years veterinary technician experience, hands-on surgical experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of surgical procedures, anesthesia, and patient monitoring.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a busy clinical environment.
• Calm under pressure with excellent teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, the surgical suite, and equipment for procedures.
• Assist the veterinarian during surgical procedures and anticipate team needs.
• Monitor anesthesia and vital signs and communicate changes promptly.
• Maintain aseptic technique and proper instrument handling.
• Record treatments and surgical documentation.
• Keep the surgery area clean and ready for the next patient.

Skills

Vet tech experience 2-3y

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We’re looking for an experienced Surgical Veterinary Technician to join our team!

At Pet Vet Animal Clinic, we’re looking for someone who is passionate about patient care, confident in a surgical setting, and ready to be an active part of a collaborative veterinary team. We want someone who takes pride in their work, values patient safety, and understands that great surgical care starts well before the first incision.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare patients, the surgical suite, and equipment for procedures.
• Assist the veterinarian during surgical procedures while anticipating the team's needs.
• Monitor anesthesia and vital signs, recognizing and communicating changes promptly.
• Perform appropriate patient preparation, including catheter placement, intubation, and surgical site preparation as trained and authorized.
• Maintain aseptic technique, sterilization standards, and proper instrument handling.
• Monitor patients during recovery and provide attentive post-operative care.
• Maintain accurate medical records, treatment notes, and surgical documentation.
• Keep the surgery area organized, clean, and ready for the next patient.
• Multitask effectively while maintaining attention to detail and patient safety.

What We’re Looking For

• Ideally 2–3 years of veterinary technician experience, with hands‑on surgical experience strongly preferred.
• A solid understanding of surgical procedures, anesthesia, and patient monitoring.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a busy clinical environment.
• The ability to anticipate needs, prioritize tasks, and remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Someone dependable, proactive, detail‑oriented, and willing to take ownership of their responsibilities.
• A genuine passion for animal care and patient safety.

We believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients! At Pet Vet Animal Clinic, we strive to create a supportive workplace where our employees feel valued and have opportunities to grow.

Our benefits include:

• Generous 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Continuing education (CE) allowance to support your professional development
• Staff pet discounts to help care for your own furry family members
• A supportive, collaborative team that values communication, compassion, and work‑life balance
• A strong Fear Free culture focused on reducing patient stress and providing compassionate, individualized care

We want you to feel good about where you work, the care you provide, and the team you’re part of!

Why Join Pet Vet Animal Clinic?

We know that great veterinary care starts with a great team. We value collaboration, continued learning, and creating an environment where team members feel supported and can take pride in the care they provide.

If you’re a skilled veterinary technician who enjoys surgery, thrives in a team environment, and is ready to make a difference for our patients, we’d love to meet you!