Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Vetcor•Sturbridge, MA

3d•$26 - $29

About The Position

Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Lead Surgery Technician to help elevate our surgical department and train our team to the highest level of excellence. We are rebuilding our hospital to an even higher standard of care than ever before and we’re looking for a bold, skilled, and compassionate leader to help us get there. The Lead Surgery Technician will oversee surgical protocols, staff training, and assist in developing advanced technical skills across the team. The ideal candidate will take pride in mentorship, precision, and teamwork, helping our doctors and technicians perform at their best while ensuring every patient receives elite-quality care.

Requirements

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) with a minimum of 5 years of experience
Confident in surgical and anesthesia responsibilities
CPR certified (RECOVER certification preferred)
Team-oriented leader who empowers others through guidance, patience, and collaboration
Strong communication and teaching skills
Adventurous, kind, and motivated to help others grow
Passionate about patient care and surgical excellence

Nice To Haves

RECOVER certification

Responsibilities

Mentor and train technicians in catheter placement, intubation, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, soft tissue surgeries, elective procedures, and mass removals
Assist in developing and refining surgical protocols
Perform blood draws and operate in-house laboratory machines
Ensure proper restraint and safe animal handling
Maintain the weekly controlled substance logbook with accuracy and compliance
Take in rooms and conduct technician appointments on Thursdays
Support hospital flow and assist in general practice and urgent care as needed

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
State license & VTNE fee reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program