Veterinary Surgery Technician
Job Location:
Shawnee, OK - USA
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Job Summary
Description & Requirements
Working as a teammate at our sub-specialized facility means you are directly contributing to leading-edge veterinary medicine. You will work alongside board-certified veterinary surgeons including one of only eighteen surgeons globally with fellowship status in Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgery and the only board-certified canine sports medicine specialist in the Kansas City area. This level of expertise ensures an unparalleled environment for learning collaboration and professional advancement. Our hospital culture is built around dedication and preparation mirroring the successful mindset of athletes which ultimately results in the best outcomes. We believe in providing you with the tools and mentorship necessary to succeed and achieve your professional goals in this demanding field.
The quality of medicine here is defined by specialization research and technical capability. We operate as the specialists of specialists focused solely on orthopedics to provide the most consistent results. You will be actively involved in advanced procedures such as ACL TPLO Arthroscopy Patellar Luxation Elbow and Hip Dysplasia repair Fracture Repair and Gait Analysis. Our surgeons have extensive training including PhD research in canine hip replacement and utilize state-of-the-art diagnostics and techniques like 3D printing and virtual surgery to plan and execute complex cases. This focus on advanced veterinary orthopedic services ensures that our patients and our referring community receive care that is truly world-class.
Kansas City Canine Orthopedics is proudly located in Shawnee Kansas a key part of the larger Kansas City metropolitan area. When you choose to relocate or commute here you are joining a vibrant community that we proudly serve extending into Overland Park Lenexa Leawood and beyond. Shawnee offers excellent access to the many amenities professional sports and cultural opportunities found in the Midwest. This location provides the perfect blend of small-town community feel with the professional scope and high standard of living offered by a major metropolitan region ensuring a desirable balance between your challenging rewarding career and your personal life.
- Deliver Hands-On Clinical Support: Youll assist surgeons and technicians with patient exams triage and surgical procedures as well as performing venipuncture administering oral medications and taking radiographs.
- Prepare and Support Every Surgery: Youll prepare patients for surgery by clipping and aseptically scrubbing surgical sites assist with positioning and restraint support sterile technique in the surgical suite and help with surgical pack preparation instrument cleaning and autoclaving/sterilization.
- Provide Post-Operative and Compassionate Care: Youll monitor patients during recovery manage pain and ensure patient comfortall while maintaining a clean organized and sterile facility.
- Create a Positive Client Experience: Youll discharge patients review post-surgical treatment plans incision care and follow-up instructions with clients and assist with client service operations such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
- Drive Operational Excellence: Youll accurately maintain medical records prescriptions and invoices using our computer systems support surgical suite turnover between procedures help monitor surgical supply inventory and assist with training new teammates.
- A High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years old).
- Veterinary assistant experience is required; experience in a surgical or sterile environment is a strong asset.
- A calm and efficient approach with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs with comfort in prolonged standing bending kneeling and physical activity.
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.
A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.
We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical Dental and Vision insurance along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.
Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
Join a nationwide community of over 20000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration career growth and sharing best practices.
Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets access to an online discount platform and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy collaboration and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine their patients and their team culture. Learn more at .
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together Amaze and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led people-focused and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 Most Loved Workplace ranked #2 in Americas Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.
Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact with your request and contact information.
EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
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