Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Smith Veterinary Hospital • Santa Fe, NM

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About The Position

Smith Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Surgery Veterinary Technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. At Smith Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources. As a Surgery Vet Tech, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing comprehensive care throughout their journey. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to surgery assistance, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Requirements

• RVT is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience.
• Strong experience with anesthesia monitoring and medication calculations.
• Confident in emergency response protocols, including CPR.
• Comfortable assisting with advanced procedures in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Support advanced procedures including wound care, bandaging, and post op monitoring.
• Accurately calculate and administer medication.
• Conduct dental cleanings and obtain radiographs.
• Perform CPR and provide emergency support when needed.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed