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Surgical Veterinary Technician

Integrity Veterinary Center
Northampton, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/13/2026 CLOSED ON 8/5/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Veterinary Technician position at Integrity Veterinary Center?

Integrity Veterinary Center is excited to expand our team with the addition of Surgical Veterinary Technicians for our newly developed Surgery Department. We are a privately owned specialty, emergency and urgent care hospital offering advanced care in internal medicine, clinical nutrition, oncology, outpatient imaging (ultrasound and CT), complex dental procedures for high-anesthetic-risk patients, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery and oncologic surgery.

Our hospital culture is built on empathy, professionalism, and collaboration. We believe excellent medicine starts with respectful communication, continuous education, and genuine support for one another. Encouraging each team member’s professional growth is a priority, whether that means advancing as a technician, pursuing VTS certification, or preparing for veterinary school.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

  • $25–$30 per hour (based on experience)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Monthly pet insurance reimbursement
  • Uniform allowance
  • 3 weeks accrued vacation
  • 1 week paid sick leave
  • 1 week dedicated continuing education leave
  • Annual continuing education stipend

Professional & Respectful Environment
All new clients sign a conduct agreement at their first visit. We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy for inappropriate or abusive behavior.

Ongoing Education & Mentorship
Our veterinarians and nursing team are passionate about teaching. We host monthly anesthesia-focused Zoom rounds along with additional sessions covering both advanced clinical topics and professional development skills.

Accessible Leadership
As an independently operated hospital, decision-makers work side by side with the clinical team. Staff feedback directly influences hospital growth and improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic assessments, including patient history, vital signs, and laboratory diagnostics
  • Perform jugular and peripheral venipuncture
  • Place IV catheters and perform endotracheal intubation
  • Prepare patients for surgery (sterile clipping and preparation)
  • Develop and implement individualized anesthetic plans
  • Monitor anesthesia and troubleshoot equipment as needed
  • Calculate and administer IV fluids, boluses, CRIs, and fluid additives
  • Scrub in to assist during sterile surgical procedures
  • Monitor patients during anesthetic recovery
  • Provide detailed discharge instructions to clients for post-operative care
  • Maintain surgical instruments, including sterilization, pack preparation, and autoclave oversight
  • Communicate effectively with both clients and team members
  • Contribute to an organized, collaborative surgical environment

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in IV catheter placement, peripheral and jugular venipuncture, patient restraint, in-house laboratory testing, preparing samples for reference labs, radiograph acquisition, and instrument sterilization
  • Strong analytical thinking and communication skills
  • Ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced surgical setting
  • Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to continued growth

Preferred Experience:

  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Use of multiparameter monitors, anesthesia machines, ventilators, and advanced anesthesia monitoring
  • Experience assisting in sterile surgical procedures

If you are passionate about surgical nursing and want to advance your skills in a collaborative, forward-thinking hospital, we encourage you to apply. Join us in delivering exceptional veterinary care grounded in compassion and integrity.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Continuing education credits
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30

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