What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician / Surgery Tech position at Holyoke Animal Hospital?
Job Overview
Join our small veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician / Surgery Tech, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering exceptional animal care and supporting surgical procedures. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work closely with veterinarians and pet owners, ensuring animals receive compassionate treatment and precise medical attention. You will be instrumental in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient clinical environment while utilizing your technical skills to assist in a variety of veterinary procedures.
Must know how to monitor anesthesia during surgery procedures. Also have veterinary technician experience.
This paid position is perfect for motivated individuals passionate about animal health and eager to grow their veterinary career.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures by preparing instruments, monitoring anesthesia, and maintaining aseptic techniques
- Perform animal restraint and handling with confidence, ensuring safety for both animals and staff
- Conduct laboratory work including phlebotomy, diagnostic radiology, and sample processing to support accurate diagnoses
- Operate medical equipment including X-ray machines, anesthesia monitors, and radiology diagnostics with precision
- Support emergency medicine efforts by responding swiftly to critical situations with veterinary anesthesia monitoring and intensive care techniques
- Maintain detailed records using veterinary software, ensuring accurate documentation of procedures, treatments, and client communication
Skills
Must know how to monitor anesthesia during surgery procedures. Also have veterinary technician experience.
- Strong understanding of veterinary terminology, animal physiology, and anatomy for effective communication and procedure assistance
- Experience with dental terminology and assisting in dental procedures or cleanings
- Skilled in dog handling, animal restraint, and pet grooming to facilitate smooth clinical operations
- Familiarity with veterinary critical care practices, including emergency medicine protocols and medication administration
- Proficient in laboratory work such as phlebotomy, diagnostic radiology, and laboratory diagnostics
- Ability to operate medical equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to aseptic techniques
- Knowledge of veterinary anesthesia protocols including general anesthesia management and veterinary anesthesia monitoring
- Experience with equine procedures is a plus but not required; a willingness to learn is valued highly
- Excellent client communication skills to provide pet owners with updates on their animals’ health status
Join us in providing outstanding veterinary care where your skills make a real difference! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring every pet receives compassionate treatment. This is a paid opportunity designed for passionate individuals eager to advance their career in veterinary medicine.
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18