Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health • Fort Wayne, IN

2d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterinary Technician, Surgery supports the health and well-being of pets through patient assessments, diagnostics, stabilization, and nursing care throughout the surgical process. The role partners with board-certified surgeons to prepare for and assist with advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures, and uses technical skills in restraint, phlebotomy, catheter placement, medication administration, drug calculations, diagnostic imaging, CT studies, and anesthesia monitoring.

The technician prepares patients, surgical suites, and equipment for safe and efficient care; communicates with clients about patient updates and discharge instructions; and collaborates with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to deliver high-quality care and maintain a positive hospital culture. The position also involves continued technical development and additional surgical and hospital responsibilities as needed.

This is a full-time first-shift position in Fort Wayne, Indiana, scheduled for four ten-hour shifts per week and including Saturdays. Compensation is $22–$28 per hour depending on experience, with higher wages available for candidates with VTS credentials and a $1.50-per-hour weekend shift differential. A $1,500 hiring bonus is offered.

Requirements

• Veterinary Technician License (LVT, CVT, or RVT) is required.
• Foundational veterinary knowledge, including patient restraint, triage, imaging, laboratory skills, and venipuncture.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to remain calm and organized under pressure.
• Provide excellent customer service and interact with clients in a manner that supports the hospital's mission.
• Work with team members to maintain a productive, positive, and respectful environment.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and/or kneel for the duration of a shift; the posting specifies a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in multiple languages.
• VTS credentials.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, diagnostics, stabilization, and nursing care throughout the surgical process.
• Partner with board-certified surgeons to prepare for and assist with advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.
• Perform patient restraint, phlebotomy, catheter placement, medication administration, drug calculations, diagnostic imaging, CT studies, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Prepare patients, surgical suites, and equipment to support safe, efficient, high-quality surgical care.
• Provide clients with patient updates, review discharge instructions, and support a positive client experience.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support teams to deliver patient care and foster a positive, team-focused hospital culture.
• Continue developing technical expertise and support additional surgical and hospital responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple health plan options.
• Flexible spending account and health savings account options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee pet benefit discount program.
• Paid time off.
• Uniforms.
• Professional development assistance.
• Hands-on learning and opportunities for credentialing.
• Onsite continuing education events and virtual learning platforms.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Bonus pay, including a $1,500 hiring bonus.
• Onsite social worker services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed