Surgery Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals•Fishers, IN

About The Position

VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join its Surgery Service. This full-time role works four 10-hour shifts and supports veterinary surgeons and specialist teams in delivering patient care in a positive, low-stress environment. The position is suited to a technician passionate about surgical and anesthesia procedures and interested in developing technical skills.

Requirements

Registered Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification or equivalent (RVT, LVT, or LVMT) is required.
At least 2 years of experience with anesthesia monitoring and administration.

Responsibilities

Complete pre-operative anesthesia planning, calculate drug dosages, administer pre- and induction medications, and calculate and deliver constant rate infusions.
Prepare surgical suites, maintain a sterile environment, ensure necessary equipment is ready, and assist veterinary surgeons during procedures.
Monitor and adjust anesthesia during surgery, including monitoring heart rate, respiratory rate, end-tidal and inspired CO2, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, and basic ECG tracings.
Provide pre-operative patient assessments, place IVCs, administer medications as directed, intubate patients, and assist with post-operative recovery and care.
Sterilize and prepare surgical instruments and maintain organized inventory.
Maintain accurate records of surgical procedures, anesthesia protocols, and patient vital signs.
Collaborate and communicate with the surgery and anesthesia teams to coordinate patient care.
Provide pet owners with post-operative care instructions and address their questions or concerns.
Perform, or receive training in, safe locoregional anesthesia techniques, arterial catheterization, and CPCR.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA/FSA options.
Fertility benefits.
Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
100% employer-paid short-term and long-term protection; the description specifies short-term and long- but does not complete the second coverage type.
Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
Continuing education allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, plus access to WOOF University® RACE-approved courses.
Opportunities to work with new technology and programs such as VCA Next.
Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, plus VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Leadership development and mentorship programs.
401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance equal to one year's salary.
Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
Access to legal resources for common legal services.
Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
Competitive compensation.
Employee pet discounts.