Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional Development and Tuition Assistance

Employee Pet Discount

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is hiring a Surgery Veterinary Technician at their Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center in Fort Worth, TX. The role requires experience and offers a competitive rate of $20 - $25/hr based on credentials. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and professional development assistance.

As a vital team member, you will manage patient care during surgeries, ensuring safety and comfort, while collaborating with veterinarians. Ideal candidates are dedicated, skilled, and passionate about animal welfare.

Qualifications

• You are a Licensed Veterinary Technician or an Experienced Veterinary Technician dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• You possess clinical skills and experience that include safe patient restraint, excellent client service, and phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Administers medication and manages/monitors patients during surgical procedures.
• Facilitates patient care of outpatient appointments for surgeons.
• Performs advanced veterinary technician skills including IV injections and catheter placements.

Skills

Customer service

Patient restraint

Phlebotomy

Radiology safety

Post-operative monitoring

Veterinary medications knowledge

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center (DVSC) is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Technician in Fort Worth, TX. Experienced Veterinary Technicians can earn $20 - $25/hr based on experience and credentials.

Compensation

$20 - $25/hr based on experience and credentials.

Full-Time Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Pet Discount
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Professional Development and Tuition Assistance
• Uniform Stipend
• Retirement Plan

Schedule

• Full Time
• 4x10 hour shifts per week
• Monday - Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
• Occasional on-call duties required

Job Description

Our Surgery Technicians are vital members of our veterinary team, applying their expertise with a high degree of autonomy. They skillfully calculate and administer induction medications, monitor anesthesia for patient safety, and provide attentive postoperative care. They ensure surgical hygiene by cleaning, sterilizing, and organizing instruments. Through collaboration with veterinarians and ongoing training, they continually expand their skills in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Administers medication and manages/monitors patients during surgical procedures—including pre and post op care and anesthesia recovery.
• Facilitates patient care of outpatient appointments for surgeons—consults and rechecks.
• Performs IV, IM and SubQ injections, IV catheter placements and advanced veterinary technician skills (arterial catheter placement, epidural administration, splint placements).
• Performs radiographs and other advanced imaging.
• Assists with all types of surgery, anesthesia, and other procedures as needed.
• Participates in surgery team responsibilities that facilitate efficient patient care: setting up and turning over operating rooms, preparing exam rooms and instruments, completing daily safety and cleaning duties.
• Communicates with clients, including financial estimates and collecting payment.
• Interfaces with and assists other departments within the hospital as needed.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• You are a Licensed Veterinary Technician or an Experienced Veterinary Technician dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• You are dedicated to maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value.
• Take the initiative – you are a hard worker who contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day’s duties done!
• You are versatile – you know how to effectively adapt to the individual needs of each patient and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
• You possess clinical skills and experience that include (but are not limited to):
  • Safe patient restraint
  • Excellent client service
  • Phlebotomy and catheter placement
  • Knowledge of radiology safety and proper technique
  • Proficient in post‑op monitoring and care of surgical patients
  • Solid foundation of knowledge of common veterinary medications
  • Individualized, patient‑focused nursing
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required; multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

About DVSC

Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center (DVSC) has proudly served the Dallas‑Fort Worth community for more than 30 years as a leading veterinary surgical referral center. Our team provides advanced surgical care for dogs and cats using innovative techniques and state‑of‑the‑art technology. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes while fostering a supportive environment where team members can learn, grow, and thrive.

Nearby Communities

• Fort Worth, TX
• Arlington, TX
• Keller, TX
• Southlake, TX
• Grapevine, TX
• North Richland Hills, TX
• Hurst, TX
• Bedford, TX
• Colleyville, TX
• Burleson, TX
• Weatherford, TX
• Dallas, TX