Registered Veterinary Technician - Surgery

VSC Gaithersburg • Gaithersburg, MD

8h • $32 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Surgical Centers is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician for a specialty role in surgery. This position offers a life-friendly schedule with a four-day work week (Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM), no nights, no weekends, and no on-call responsibilities. The role involves working closely with board-certified surgeons and other specialty professionals on a variety of cases including orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, advanced imaging (CT and MRI), complex anesthesia, and specialty patient care. The company has been a leader in specialty surgery for over 20 years in the DMV region and emphasizes a collaborative, supportive culture where technicians are valued as critical members of the patient care team.

Requirements

• Current Maryland Licensed Veterinary Technician credential
• Associate degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program
• Minimum 5 years of veterinary experience
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty environment
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Specialty, surgery, anesthesia, or advanced nursing experience strongly preferred
• CT and MRI experience preferred but not required
• VTS (Anesthesia) and VTS (Surgery) candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Assist board-certified surgeons during procedures and patient care
• Monitor anesthesia using advanced multi-parameter equipment
• Perform laboratory procedures and prepare outside laboratory samples
• Obtain patient histories, weights, and vital signs
• Provide exceptional nursing care for hospitalized patients
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, recoveries, and discharges
• Support CT and MRI procedures
• Deliver compassionate, professional client communication
• Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and inventory

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Continuing education allowance
• License fee reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Employee referral program
• Opportunities for specialty mentorship and ongoing learning
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match after 6 months
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Bonding leave
• Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Discounts on reference laboratory testing
• Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Discounts on pet insurance through our preferred vendor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree