Surgery Technician
Description
EveryPet is a leading non-profit veterinary hospital dedicated to reducing shelter deaths and improving the lives of underprivileged pets. As one of the largest spay/neuter facilities in the nation, we are committed to making veterinary care affordable and accessible to all. We offer a range of low-cost veterinary services and emphasize high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter programs with a focus on community cats and owned animals.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Surgery Veterinary Technician to join our high-volume surgery department. In this role, you will support our mission by performing various technical and nursing duties related to surgical procedures, ensuring the highest standard of care for our patients. If you have a passion for veterinary care but lack specific experience in a high-volume surgical setting, we offer training to help you develop the skills needed to excel in this role.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a veterinary technician, preferably in a surgical setting.
- Strong technical skills in surgical preparation, patient monitoring, and laboratory procedures.
- Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
- Excellent time management skills and a strong work ethic.
- Careful and compassionate approach to animal care.
Qualifications
- Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments.
- Exposure to animal bites or scratches, high noise levels, cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces.
- Perform work in areas with radiation exposure associated with radiology procedures.
- Requires long periods of bending, twisting, stooping, standing, and walking.
- Ability to see objects at varying distances, speak, and listen in English.
- Use of fingers, hands, and arms to grasp, move, or assemble small objects with repetitive motions.
- Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 pounds unassisted; frequent lifting of animals and objects over 40 pounds with assistance.
Schedule
10-hour shifts 4 days a week, Saturdays as needed.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities listed above are not intended to represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, tasks, or activities required of this position. Responsibilities may change, or additional duties may be assigned at any time, with or without notice, based on organizational needs.
Benefits
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee veterinary discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Employee Wellness & Support
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and passion for our mission. We look forward to welcoming a new team member who is eager to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EveryPet is an equal opportunity employer.