Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

CE allowance

Employer-paid health plan

Life insurance

Dental, vision

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii (VERC) in Honolulu seeks a Surgery Veterinary Technician to join a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital. You will work with board-certified surgeons delivering advanced surgical care using cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes anesthesia management, sterile technique, and thorough patient care across orthopedic, thoracic, and soft tissue procedures, with opportunities for growth and

Qualifications

• Surgical veterinary technician experience in a surgical setting.
• Certification as RVT/CVT/LVT/VTS preferred.
• Strong anesthesia monitoring and patient care skills.
• Proficiency with anesthetic calculations, CRIs, fluids, meds.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterile technique.]
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Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and surgical suites for specialty procedures.
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia.
• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples for lab testing.
• Assist surgeons during procedures with sterile technique.
• Support a range of surgical procedures including orthopedic and soft tissue.
• Monitor vital signs during anesthesia and recovery.
• Maintain instruments and sterilize equipment.
• Maintain accurate anesthesia records and documentation.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, techs, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive hospital culture.

Skills

Surgical experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Medical records

Sterile technique

Teamwork

Education

RVT/CVT/LVT/VTS certification preferred

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Surgery Veterinary Technician

$22.00–$32.00/hour (DOE)
Full-time opportunity in Honolulu, Hawaii
Schedule: Tuesday–Friday

Advance your surgical nursing career at Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii (VERC), a state-of-the-art 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital. As a Surgery Veterinary Technician, you'll work alongside board-certified surgeons and a highly skilled medical team providing advanced surgical care using cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Why Join Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii (VERC)

At VERC, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll join a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional emergency and specialty care throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Our hospital features advanced diagnostics, including CT, MRI, ultrasonography, an in-house laboratory, and electrochemotherapy, giving you the opportunity to work with complex surgical cases and innovative technology.

We foster a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning where every team member is encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference for pets and their families.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• Prepare patients and surgical suites for specialty surgical procedures.
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia while ensuring patient safety.
• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples for laboratory testing.
• Assist surgeons during procedures while maintaining sterile technique.
• Support a variety of advanced surgical procedures, including orthopedic, soft tissue, thoracic, laparoscopic, and arthroscopic surgeries.
• Monitor patient vital signs throughout all stages of anesthesia and recovery.
• Maintain surgical equipment and ensure instruments are properly cleaned and sterilized.
• Maintain accurate medical records and anesthesia documentation.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

What You Bring

• Veterinary Technician experience in a surgical setting.
• RVT, CVT, LVT, or VTS certification preferred.
• Strong anesthesia monitoring and patient care skills.
• Proficiency with anesthetic calculations, CRIs, fluid therapy, and medication administration.
• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterile technique.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical insurance, including an optional 100% employer-paid health plan
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance, VetBloom continuing education access, and ongoing professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health

Location Highlight

Practice advanced veterinary medicine while enjoying everything Hawaii has to offer. Located in Honolulu, VERC combines a rewarding specialty career with world-renowned beaches, year-round outdoor recreation, and a vibrant island community, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.