Surgical Veterinary Technician- Westfield, NJ

Community Veterinary Partners•Westfield, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Westfield Veterinary Group – Westfield, we’re more than just a multi-doctor practice — we’re a collaborative team that truly supports one another. We take pride in delivering exceptional patient care while creating a positive, growth-focused environment for our team members. If you’re a skilled Surgical Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced setting and takes pride in anesthetic excellence and patient safety, we’d love to meet you. As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you will work closely with our surgical team from patient admission through recovery and discharge. This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role ideal for a technician with strong anesthesia experience and confidence in surgical monitoring. You’ll report directly to the Surgery Supervisor and play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of Veterinary Surgical Technician experience
Strong anesthesia monitoring skills
Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced surgical environment

Nice To Haves

Dentistry experience

Responsibilities

Admit patients for surgical and outpatient procedures in accordance with hospital protocols
Perform thorough physical assessments and monitor vital signs
Prepare anesthesia protocols under veterinarian guidance and calculate medications
Administer injectable medications (SQ, IM, IV)
Place and maintain IV catheters; calculate fluid therapy and manage fluid pumps
Operate and interpret ECG, capnography, pulse oximetry, oscillometric and Doppler blood pressure monitoring
Perform endotracheal intubation/extubation
Safely administer inhalant anesthesia
Closely monitor anesthetic depth from pre-op through recovery
Recognize complications quickly and communicate effectively with the doctor
Recover patients from anesthesia and assess pain levels
Collaborate with veterinarians on appropriate pain management plans
Maintain accurate medical records and log controlled substances per DEA requirements
Discharge patients under veterinary direction and clearly explain medications and home care instructions to clients
Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and packs
Maintain a professional demeanor at all times
Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the entire hospital team