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DVSC- Fort Worth, Veterinary Surgery Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health
Fort Worth, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Sept 2025
💰 $50,000/yr($42,000/yr$50,000/yr)

About the role

Surgery Veterinary Technician
 Are you a compassionate, enthusiastic "people person" with a love for animals? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference? Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center (DVSC) in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Advanced Surgery Veterinary Technician who will thrive in a team-focused atmosphere and is committed to delivering top-tier patient care and excel in providing exceptional client service. At Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center, we strive to be among the nation's premier surgical referral centers specializing in orthopedic, soft tissue, minimally invasive, and neurosurgery for companion animals.

For over 30 years, DVSC has been a trusted surgical resource for veterinarians across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We specialize in advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge surgical treatments for dogs and cats, including neurologic, orthopedic, soft tissue, and minimally invasive procedures. With state-of-the-art equipment and groundbreaking techniques, we set the standard for veterinary excellence.

Compensation:
  • $21-$25 hourly, based on experience
Schedule:
  • Full Time
  • 4x10 hour shifts per week
    • Monday - Friday
    • 7:15am-5:30pm
    • Occasional on-call duties required
About the Role:
Our Surgery Technicians are vital members of our veterinary team, applying their expertise with a high degree of autonomy. They skillfully calculate and administer induction medications, monitor anesthesia for patient safety, and provide attentive postoperative care. Additionally, they ensure the highest standards of surgical hygiene by cleaning, sterilizing, and organizing instruments. Through collaboration with veterinarians and ongoing training, they continually expand their skills in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Essential Functions:
  • Administers medication and manages/monitors patients during surgical procedures—including pre and post op care and anesthesia recovery.
  • Facilitates patient care of outpatient appointments for surgeons—consults and rechecks.
  • Performs IV, IM and SubQ injections, IV catheter placements and advanced veterinary technician skills (arterial catheter placement, epidural administration, splint placements).
  • Performs radiographs and other advanced imaging
  • Assists with all types of surgery, anesthesia, and other procedures as needed.
  • Participate in surgery team responsibilities that facilitate efficient patient care: setting up and turning over Operating Rooms, preparing exam rooms and instruments, completing daily safety and cleaning duties.
  • Communicates with clients, including financial estimates and collecting payment.
  • Interfaces with and assists other departments within the hospital as needed.
  • Other duties as needed.
About You:
  • You are a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
  • You are dedicated to maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value.
  • Take the initiative – you are a * hard worker who contributes to the operation of the entire hospital*, you will help get all the day’s duties done!
  • You are versatile – you know how to effectively adapt to the individual needs of each patient and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
  • You possess clinical skills and experience that include (but are not limited to):
    • Safe patient restraint
    • Excellent

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Ethos Veterinary Health

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