Veterinary Technician - Surgery

United Veterinary Care; New Hope (Bucks County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off & holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Headspace Employee Assistance Program

Employer paid short-term disability &‑

Long-term disability option

Fertility and Family Building Support

DailyPay on Demand

Referral bonus program

Employee pet care discounts

Job summary

New Hope Veterinary Hospital in New Hope, PA, seeks an experienced Surgical Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced surgical suite. You will monitor anesthesia, assist in procedures, and ensure every patient wakes safely and comfortably.

The ideal candidate is credentialed (LVT/CVT/RVT) with several years of clinical experience, strong anesthesia and surgical skills, calm under pressure, and a collaborative mindset. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Several years of clinical experience with strong anesthesia and surgical skills.
• Calm, focused, and steady — especially when things get busy.
• A team player who communicates well and shows up for their people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery, including catheter placement, lab work, and anesthesia protocols.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia with confidence and attention to detail.
• Assist in a variety of surgical procedures, anticipating needs and maintaining efficiency in the suite.
• Oversee surgical prep and maintain sterile technique.
• Support dental procedures, including radiographs and cleanings.
• Keep detailed, accurate records throughout procedures.
• Jump into general technician duties as needed — because teamwork matters here.

Skills

Surgical anesthesia

Veterinary technician

Clinical experience

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Credentialed veterinary technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)

Job description

Surgical Veterinary Technician (Experienced)

New Hope Veterinary Hospital – New Hope, PA

If your happy place is the surgery suite — monitoring a smooth anesthetic plane, anticipating the doctor’s next move, and making sure every patient wakes up safely and comfortably — keep reading.

New Hope Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician with strong surgical skills to join our long-standing, full-service practice. This is a role for someone who likes being in the action, takes pride in technical precision, and wants to work alongside a team that truly values what technicians bring to the table.

Why You’ll Like It Here

We’ve been part of the New Hope community for decades, and we’ve built a reputation for thoughtful, high-quality care. Our clients trust us, our doctors respect their technicians, and our team works together without ego.

Technicians here aren’t just “helping hands” — they’re trusted professionals who play a critical role in patient care. You’ll be encouraged to use your skills fully, think critically, and have a real voice in how things run.

What Your Role Looks Like

This role has a strong surgical focus, with plenty of opportunity to stay sharp and grow your skillset. You’ll:

• Prepare patients for surgery, including catheter placement, lab work, and anesthesia protocols
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia with confidence and attention to detail
• Assist in a variety of surgical procedures, anticipating needs and maintaining efficiency in the suite
• Oversee surgical prep and maintain strict sterile technique
• Support dental procedures, including radiographs and cleanings
• Keep detailed, accurate records throughout procedures
• Jump into general technician duties as needed — because teamwork matters here

What We’re Looking For

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) or equivalent hands-on experience
• Several years of experience in a clinical setting, with strong anesthesia and surgical skills
• Someone who is calm, focused, and steady — especially when things get busy
• A technician who notices the little things (because in surgery, they matter)
• A team player who communicates well and shows up for their people

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental and vision insurance with multiple options
• Paid time off & holiday pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• Employer paid short-term disability & life insurance
• Long-term disability option
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support
• Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Programs
• DailyPay on Demand
• Referral bonus program
• Employee pet care discounts

Plus a team that genuinely enjoys working together, a hospital that runs with intention, and the kind of environment where your skills don’t just get used — they get appreciated.

Who We Are

New Hope Veterinary Hospital is part of the United Veterinary Care network, which means we have the support and resources of a larger organization while still maintaining the personality and autonomy of a local practice. No red tape, no loss of identity — just a well‑run hospital with a strong team behind it.

If you’re the kind of technician who thrives in surgery and wants to be somewhere that recognizes and respects that skillset, we’d love to connect.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.