What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Surgery Technician position at Vaquero Animal Hospital?
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled, diligent, experienced and compassionate Surgery Technician to join our mixed animal veterinary team. This role involves performing clinical procedures, surgery, CT scans, laboratory work, and client communication to ensure optimal health and well-being of our patients. Prior surgery experience and a strong foundation in animal physiology and veterinary terminology are essential for success in this position.
Responsibilities
- Sterilizing instruments for straightforward surgeries to complex orthopedics (up to and including canine total hip replacement)
- Prepare OR equipment, draping and tools for surgery
- Prepare animals for surgery (bloodwork, catheterization, intubation, etc)
- Sterilizing instruments
- Prepare and guide animals for CT scans
- Maintain accurate medical records and document procedures thoroughly
- Begin and monitor anesthesia
- Demonstrate suture and tie off skills
- Extubate and recover animals
- Monitor animal vital signs and recovery post-surgery or treatment
- Have advanced knowledge of non-ruminant anatomy
- Possess extremely high organizational skills and detail oriented
This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic veterinary setting where compassion for animals meets technical expertise. Candidates should be committed to providing exceptional pet care while adhering to safety protocols. Prior surgery experience is a must.
Pay: $18.59 - $19.70 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Vet-Med: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Woodway, TX 76712 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20