Surgical Veterinary Technician
🐾 Surgical Veterinary Technician
Acorn Animal Hospital | Franklin, MA
At Acorn Animal Hospital, our team is driven by compassion, clinical excellence, and a shared commitment to advanced patient care. We are seeking a Surgical Veterinary Technician with strong anesthesia and procedural experience to join our high-performing, collaborative team. If you thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment and take pride in precision, patient safety, and teamwork, this is the role for you.
Position Overview
As a Surgical Vet Tech / Veterinary Technician, you will play a critical role in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative recovery. This position is ideal for technicians who are passionate about veterinary surgery, anesthesia protocols, dental procedures, and advanced patient care.
You’ll work alongside experienced veterinarians in a hospital equipped with digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, and advanced surgical tools, contributing to high-quality outcomes and exceptional client service.
- Prepare patients for surgery, including pre-anesthetic exams, bloodwork, and IV catheter placement
- Induce, monitor, and recover patients under general anesthesia using modern anesthesia protocols
- Monitor vital parameters including ECG, SpO2, ETCO2, blood pressure, and temperature
- Maintain accurate anesthesia records and surgical logs
- Assist in soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, ensuring sterile technique at all times
- Prepare and maintain sterile surgical packs, instruments, and equipment
- Perform dental prophylaxis, charting, and dental radiographs (dental x-rays)
- Take digital radiographs (X-rays) and assist with diagnostic imaging
- Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ routes, including CRIs and fluid therapy
- Operate and monitor fluid pumps, syringe pumps, and anesthesia machines
- Recognize and respond to anesthetic complications and emergency situations
- Support post-operative care, pain management, and patient recovery monitoring
- Assist with ultrasound procedures and advanced diagnostics
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant surgical suite
- Communicate effectively with veterinarians and provide clear client education and discharge instructions
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) preferred; experienced surgical technicians encouraged to apply
2+ years of veterinary technician experience, with a strong focus on surgery and anesthesia
Advanced knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, pharmacology, and pain management
Experience with dental procedures, radiology, and laboratory diagnostics
Strong multitasking ability in a high-volume veterinary hospital
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
Comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments
- Exceptional compensation - $26-30 / hour
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
- Retirement: 401(K) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Training and career development
- Paid license fees and dues
- Generous CE allowance
- Paid VTS specialization
Ready for your next Adventure to live your best Veterinary Lifestyle? Apply Today!!!