Certified Veterinary Technician - Surgery Lead

Western Veterinary Partners • Medford, OR

5d • $25 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

West Main Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team as a Surgical Lead. This role will take ownership of surgical and procedure workflow while providing clinical leadership, training, and mentorship to the technician team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize their skillset with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice environment. The Surgical Lead will help ensure procedures run efficiently and safely while serving as a resource and mentor for fellow technicians. From induction through recovery, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

Requirements

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in the state of Oregon
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Proficiency in anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Proficiency in surgical assistance and aseptic technique
• Proficiency in dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Proficiency in venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
• Proficiency in radiology positioning and safety protocols
• Proficiency in medication administration and accurate drug calculations
• Proficiency in laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
• Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

Nice To Haves

• Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Managing daily surgical and procedure workflow, including scheduling, case preparation, and coordination with the veterinary team
• Preparing surgical and procedure areas and ensuring equipment and supplies are ready for each case
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Managing surgical and procedural inventory, including maintaining appropriate stock levels and coordinating supply orders
• Training and mentoring CVTs and veterinary assistants in surgical, anesthesia, and procedural protocols
• Serving as a clinical resource for the technician team and helping promote consistent, high-quality patient care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Benefits

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of [state]
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed