Vet Surgical Prep & Recovery Technician

Animal Care Centers; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Hospital of Dauphin County is seeking a dependable Surgical Prep & Recovery Technician to join our veterinary team. You will prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia recovery, and assist with post-operative treatments in a fast-paced AAHA-accredited hospital.

The ideal candidate has veterinary experience, attention to detail, and strong teamwork. We offer a collaborative environment and opportunities for ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience preferred; surgical, anesthesia, or recovery experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary patient care and handling preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to recognize changes in patient condition.
• Ability to follow instructions, established protocols, and safety procedures.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Compassionate approach to patient care and a commitment to maintaining high medical standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical patients for procedures, including patient identification, positioning, clipping, and surgical site preparation as directed by the veterinarian or surgical team.
• Assist with patient transfers and ensure patients are safely and appropriately prepared for surgery.
• Monitor recovering patients and observe for appropriate anesthetic recovery, comfort, and overall stability.
• Recognize and promptly report abnormal recovery signs or changes in patient condition to the veterinarian or appropriate medical team member.
• Provide supportive care and assist with post-operative treatments as directed.
• Monitor patient comfort and help maintain a calm, safe recovery environment.
• Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize surgical instruments according to hospital protocols.
• Maintain surgical equipment, prep areas, and recovery spaces in a clean, organized, and ready-to-use condition.
• Assist the surgical and treatment teams with patient care, treatments, and daily workflow as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document treatments, observations, and recovery information as required.
• Follow established hospital protocols for infection control, patient safety, and AAHA standards.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and other hospital team members.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Communication

Patient care

Safety procedures

Job description

Animal Hospital of Dauphin County is seeking a dependable Surgical Prep & Recovery Technician to join our veterinary team. You will prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia recovery, and assist with post-operative treatments in a fast-paced AAHA-accredited hospital.

The ideal candidate has veterinary experience, attention to detail, and strong teamwork. We offer a collaborative environment and opportunities for ongoing training.