Certified Veterinary Technician, Surgery
About The Position
Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center (SOVSC) is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) – Surgery to join our specialty surgery team in Central Point, OR. This opportunity is ideal for a CVT who wants to advance their anesthesia skills while working with orthopedic, soft tissue, and emergency surgical cases in a 24/7 specialty and emergency veterinary hospital. Located in Central Point, Oregon, Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center (SOVSC) is the region’s only 24/7 specialty and emergency veterinary hospital within a 250-mile radius. Our hospital provides advanced Emergency, Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Urgent Care services. Our surgery team has access to advanced technology and equipment, including ventilators, multiparameter monitors, arthroscopes, CT, and other specialized surgical resources. We combine advanced medicine with a collaborative approach to provide exceptional care for patients and their families.
Requirements
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT); recent veterinary technician graduates preparing for the VTNE are encouraged to apply
- Oregon CVT license preferred/required for eligibility for the bonus program
- Strong interest in veterinary anesthesia and surgery
- Passion for anesthesia pharmacology, surgical sterility, and patient advocacy
- Previous surgical or anesthesia experience preferred
- Detail-oriented and able to remain calm and focused during complex procedures
- Comfortable learning and working with advanced surgical and anesthesia equipment
- Strong clinical judgment and attention to patient safety
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate, adaptable, and willing to support the hospital as needed
- Motivated to expand clinical skills and learn advanced surgical and anesthesia techniques
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for orthopedic, soft tissue, and emergency surgical procedures
- Perform anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery while prioritizing patient safety
- Develop and implement appropriate multimodal anesthesia and analgesia plans in collaboration with veterinarians
- Closely monitor anesthetized patients using multiparameter monitoring equipment and recognize changes that require immediate intervention
- Assist with mechanical ventilation and manage patients requiring advanced anesthetic support
- Prepare surgical suites, equipment, instruments, and patients while maintaining strict sterile technique
- Assist veterinarians during orthopedic and soft tissue procedures and anticipate the needs of the surgical team
- Support advanced surgical procedures and gain hands-on experience with technologies including arthroscopy and CT
- Provide thorough post-operative monitoring, pain management, and recovery care
- Assess patients throughout recovery and communicate changes in condition promptly to the veterinary team
- Maintain accurate anesthesia, surgical, medication, and patient records
- Educate and communicate with pet owners regarding surgical preparation, recovery, and post-operative care
- Collaborate with veterinarians, surgical technicians, and the broader hospital team to provide safe, efficient, high-quality patient care
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life and AD&D insurance, plus voluntary life options
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
- Short- and long-term disability
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education allowance
- Substantial employee pet discount
- Up to $6,000 in combined sign-on bonus, relocation reimbursement, and retention bonus for Oregon-licensed CVTs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
