Veterinary Technician - Surgery
About The Position
Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists is looking for a Veterinary Surgical Technician who thrives in the OR, takes pride in precision, and wants to be part of a team doing some of the most advanced veterinary surgery in New England. Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is Vermont's only 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital, bringing together a collaborative team of technicians and specialists who are passionate about delivering high-quality, advanced care. With services including soft tissue surgery, orthopedics, 24/7 emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, dentistry, and oral surgery, you'll have the opportunity to scrub in on interesting, complex cases while continuing to learn and grow alongside a supportive team.
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in veterinary surgery or a surgical technician role strongly preferred; specialty or emergency setting a plus
- Hands-on experience with soft tissue and/or orthopedic surgical procedures and instrumentation
- Solid understanding of sterile technique, instrument sterilization methods, and surgical suite preparation
- Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain composure in high-stakes surgical situations
- Must be comfortable with physical demands of the role including patient handling, lifting, and potential exposure to anesthetic gases, radiation, and other hazardous materials; PPE provided and required
Nice To Haves
- Specialty or emergency setting a plus
Responsibilities
- Serve as scrub and/or circulating technician for soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures
- Prepare and maintain sterile fields, surgical instrument packs, and implant inventories
- Perform patient preparation including surgical site clipping, aseptic prep, and positioning
- Assist with anesthetic induction and support the anesthesia team throughout procedures as needed
- Monitor patients during recovery and communicate post-operative status to the care team
- Assist surgeons with wound management, bandaging, and discharge preparation
- Maintain, clean, inspect, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols
- Manage orthopedic implant inventory and loaner sets, coordinating with vendors as needed
- Ensure readiness and functionality of surgical suite equipment including electrosurgery units, suction, and power tools
- Track and restock surgical supplies; flag low inventory and expiring items
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and technical staff across departments to support seamless surgical care
- Train and mentor technician assistants and new staff on surgical preparation, sterile technique, and instrument handling
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of surgical SOPs and protocols
- Uphold OSHA, DEA, and hospital compliance standards within the surgical suite
Benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match up to 4% (after 6 months)
- Continuing education (CE) allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and wellness support
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Mental health resources
- Discounts on veterinary services and products
- Discounts on reference lab testing
- Discounts on Purina pet foods
- Discounts available with our preferred vendor for pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
