Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Description

Surgery Veterinary Technician

Austin, TX

Location : Austin, Texas

Full-Time : Schedule will be either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday 7 : 30am-5 : 30pm with flexibility for late surgeries. One Saturday per month and on-call duties are required.

Pay depends on experience and qualifications and ranges from $28-$32 per hour. Some on-call procedures are eligible for on-call bonuses.

Join Our Team as a Surgery Veterinary Technician

Pet Specialists of Austin, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is looking for a skilled Surgery Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. As part of our hospital, you'll gain access to specialized resources, career development opportunities, and the support of a nationally connected network—while enjoying the close-knit feel of a local practice.

Opened in 2021, Pet Specialists of Austin is a 24-hour emergency and specialty referral hospital committed to investing in the growth and success of its team. We proudly serve the Austin area with high-quality care in emergency and critical care, neurology, surgery, internal medicine, and oncology . Our workplace fosters emotional intelligence, collaboration, and a strong work / life balance , ensuring a positive environment for both patients and team members.

Job Summary

As a Surgery Technician, you will play a vital role in patient care , assisting board certified surgeons with surgical procedures, diagnostics, and recovery . You will ensure a smooth workflow by maintaining sterile environments, monitoring anesthesia, and providing compassionate client communication. Your expertise in anesthesia , operating room protocols and emergency response will directly contribute to high-quality veterinary care .

In addition to surgical support, you will assist service leads and teammates in the successful day-to-day operations of the hospital. Your role will include performing technical and administrative functions while adhering to company-wide protocols and procedures . You will provide top-quality care and customer service to all patients and clients, demonstrating strong technical aptitude and a proactive approach in supporting your team.

We seek an independent yet collaborative worker who values team-based care , maintains patience and compassion , and actively contributes to a positive hospital environment .

Key Responsibilities :

• Veterinary Support : Assist veterinarians in delivering high-quality care, advocating for pets, and educating clients.
• Patient Flow & Medical Records : Maintain accurate medical charts, obtain client history, and ensure efficient patient flow.
• Diagnostics & Procedures : Perform blood draws, radiographs, doppler blood pressure checks, and catheter placements.
• Surgical Assistance : Induce, maintain, and recover anesthesia , following surgical suite protocols.
• Patient Admission & Discharge : Greet clients, take history and vitals, and provide clear post-procedure care instructions.
• Treatment & Facility Care : Ensure clean, sterile environments, safe restraining techniques, and proper disposal of medical supplies.
• Client Communication : Explain long-term care plans and provide compassionate support for pet owners.
• Daily Hospital Operations : Support supervisors and teammates with assigned daily, weekly, and monthly tasks while maintaining a clean practice.

Key Qualifications :

Benefits – our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members :

Apply today!

At Pet Specialists of Austin , we foster a culture of care, safety, and connection , where integrity guides our actions—we do the right thing , not just the easy thing . We provide comprehensive care through a diversity of knowledge and team empowerment , ensuring the best outcomes for pets and their families. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we embrace a one-team mentality to support each other and deliver exceptional veterinary care.