Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Free CE courses

Pet discounts

Mental health resources

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery team. This full-time role supports surgeons, prepares patients for procedures, and maintains sterile environments in a busy 24-hour specialty hospital.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years of clinical experience in a specialty setting and a AVMA-accredited program or equivalent. We offer competitive pay ($22-30/hr), a sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Requires 1-2 years of clinical experience in a specialty service.
• Surgery and anesthesia experience preferred.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and educate clients.
• Assist surgeons and medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including assessments, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and anesthesia preparation.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs during procedures.
• Maintain sterile environments and proper instrument preparation and care.
• Communicate treatment plans and Thrive Membership options to clients.
• Maintain accurate medical records in hospital systems.
• Mentor and support team members to foster a positive culture.

Skills

Vet licensure

Clinical experience

Surgery experience

Anesthesia experience

Education

AVMA-accredited program

Job description

Description

Veterinary Technician–Surgery

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami

Miami, FL

Full-time: day shift-weekday schedule/rotational on-call

About The Hospital

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami is a 24-hour specialty and emergency hospital located in Miami, Florida. Our hospital offers advanced specialty services including Behavior, Emergency and Critical Care/ ICU, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery/Orthopedics.

Our team values accountability, integrity, and teamwork, and is committed to delivering the highest standard of veterinary medical care.

We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving Miami-Dade County and the surrounding South Florida community.

TPHS Miami is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery TEAM!

About You

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us.

Your Experience & Skills

• Veterinary Technician licensure (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred, NOT required! Experienced Veterinary Assistants encouraged to apply!
• 1-2 years of clinical experience in a specialty service is required
• Surgery and anesthesia experience highly preferred
• A degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Role Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients
• Assist surgeons and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow
• Prepare patients for surgery, including patient assessments, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and anesthesia preparation
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs throughout surgical procedures
• Assist with surgical procedures in accordance with Florida Veterinary Practice Act guidelines
• Maintain sterile surgical environments and ensure proper instrument preparation and care
• Communicate with clients regarding individualized pet health concerns, treatment plans, medications, and Thrive Membership options
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records utilizing hospital practice management systems
• Obtain relevant patient histories and client information
• Use safe restraint techniques and uphold hospital safety protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and sterile treatment, surgical, and laboratory areas
• Mentor and support fellow team members while contributing to a positive hospital culture

You’ll Grow With Us

Skills

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

Benefits – Our Care In Action

• Competitive compensation: $22-30/hr
• Sign-on bonus: $2,000
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance
• Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.