Licensed Veterinary Surgical Technician

Note: The Credentialed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the states Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian where applicable.

• Anesthesia & Patient Monitoring: You will induce maintain and monitor patients under general anesthesia continuously assessing vital parameters and adjusting anesthetic depth as needed. You will recognize and respond to changes in patient status and escalate concerns to the surgeon promptly.
• Drug Calculation & Administration: You will accurately calculate prepare and administer anesthetic agents analgesics emergency drugs and other medications ensuring precise dosing tailored to each patient.
• Surgical Assisting & Sterile Technique: You will assist surgeons during procedures maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques manage instruments and anticipate the needs of the surgical team throughout each case.
• Phlebotomy & Diagnostics: You will perform venipuncture and collect samples for laboratory analysis place IV catheters take radiographs and assist with the interpretation and documentation of diagnostic findings.
• Post-Operative & Critical Care: You will manage patient recovery monitor for post-surgical complications administer pain management protocols and provide attentive compassionate care to patients who may be critically ill or in pain.
• Client Education & Service: You will discharge patients review post-surgical treatment plans incision care and follow-up instructions with clients and support client service operations as needed.
• Operational Excellence & Mentorship: You will accurately maintain medical records prescriptions and controlled drug logs using computer systems ensure surgical readiness between procedures and help train and mentor veterinary assistants and new teammates.

What Youll Bring to the Team

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT LVT RVT or equivalent).
• Experience in anesthesia surgical nursing or a specialty/referral environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiencyin anesthesia monitoring drug calculation phlebotomy and IV catheter placement.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient in emergencies and high-stress situations.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office Google Workspace) and excellent written/verbal communication.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs. Requires prolonged standing bending kneeling and physical activity.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced medical environment with exposure to animal odors noise and bodily fluids.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

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