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Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Thrive Pet Healthcare
Jacksonville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Description

Veterinary Technician (Surgery / Anesthesia) – Day Shift

Capital Veterinary Specialists | Jacksonville, FL

$23–$28/hr (based on experience) | $1,500 Sign‑On Bonus

Experienced Surgical Veterinary Technician wanted for a well‑supported day‑shift surgery department. This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys anesthesia, surgical flow, and hands‑on patient care in a specialty setting.

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Surgery‑focused position (not rotating into general rooms)
  • Day shift schedule
  • Strong doctor‑technician collaboration
  • Clean, organized, specialty hospital environment
  • Support and growth opportunities through Thrive Pet Healthcare

Compensation

  • Hourly Pay: $23–$28/hr (based on credentials and anesthesia/surgical experience)
  • Sign‑On Bonus: $1,500 (Final offer considers skill level, experience, and location)

About You

You’re a veterinary technician who takes pride in patient safety, anesthesia monitoring, and surgical care. You value teamwork, clear communication, and having your technical skills respected and utilized.

Your success matters to your patients—and to us.

Required Experience & Skills

  • Required: Minimum 1 year of anesthesia experience
  • Preferred: Emergency or specialty hospital background
  • Credentials: CVT/LVT/RVT preferred, not required
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Able to multitask in a fast‑paced surgical environment
  • Professional, positive, and reliable demeanor
  • Veterinary anesthesia
  • Surgical nursing
  • Patient recovery
  • Specialty veterinary care

What You’ll Do

  • Support veterinarians during surgical procedures in accordance with Florida practice acts
  • Monitor anesthesia and provide peri‑operative patient care
  • Assist with patient admission, preparation, and recovery
  • Maintain accurate medical records
  • Communicate with clients regarding patient care and medications
  • Keep treatment and surgical areas clean, sterile, and organized
  • Mentor and support fellow technicians when needed

About Capital Veterinary Specialists

You’ll experience the warmth of a close‑knit specialty practice with the support of a national network. Our hospital is equipped with advanced technology, modern facilities, and a collaborative culture focused on work‑life balance and professional respect.

We Offer

  • Advanced surgery & anesthesia
  • Dentistry, laparoscopy, endoscopy, imaging, and laser therapy
  • An emotionally intelligent workplace that invests in long‑term career growth

Grow Your Career with Thrive

  • FREE continuing education through ThriveU
  • Live leadership workshops
  • Programs to build hospital operations knowledge
  • Mobility across specialties and locations nationwide

Benefits (Highlights)

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Mental health support (Lyra Health)
  • Paid parental leave purr‑ental leave
  • Backup childcare & elder care
  • FREE CE courses tuition support
  • Pet care discounts and perks

Some benefits available to team members working 30 hours.

About Thrive Pet Healthcare

Thrive Pet Healthcare supports veterinary professionals through mentorship, growth programs, and a connected hospital network committed to medical excellence and well‑being.

Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer where #WeThriveTogether.

Read more about us here.

Salary : $23 - $28

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