Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery 

$30–40/hour
Full-time | 4x10s | 8am - 6pm | Rotating on- call schedule 

Make an impact caring for critically ill and post-operative surgical patients in a specialty hospital where your technical expertise truly matters. At Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists, you'll work alongside board-certified surgeons in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.
 

Benefits of a full- time Registered Veterinary Technician 

• Competitive compensation of $30–40/hour based on experience and skill set.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• CE allowance and professional development support, including free VetBloom (RACE-approved CE) access.

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.

• Retirement savings options, including 401(k) with employer matching.

• Uniform (scrub) allowance.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Employee pet discounts.

• Life and disability insurance.

Primary Responsibilities of a Registered Veterinary Technician

• Deliver exceptional nursing care for post-operative and critically ill surgical patients in the ICU.

• Collaborate closely with surgeons and specialty teams to provide outstanding patient care.

• Monitor patients closely and recognize changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment.

• Calculate drug dosages and administer intravenous medications and fluid therapy accurately.

• Monitor ECGs and identify abnormal cardiac rhythms.

• Assess patients for pulse deficits and changes in cardiovascular status.

• Manage feeding tubes, chest tubes, urinary bladder expression, and jugular catheter maintenance.

• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and phlebotomy.

• Prioritize patient care while working independently in a fast-paced, high-intensity ICU environment.

• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate effectively with the clinical team.

• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.

• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of ICU experience as a Veterinary Technician.

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred but not required. Applicants with strong ICU experience will be considered.

• Strong critical thinking skills and commitment to exceptional nursing care.

• Experience calculating drug dosages and administering IV medications and fluids.

• Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and advanced patient monitoring.

• Experience with ECG interpretation, feeding tubes, chest tube maintenance, and critical patient nursing care.

• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently while remaining calm and effective in high-pressure situations.

• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Why Join Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists

At Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll join a team dedicated exclusively to advanced surgical care. Our ICU technicians play an essential role in delivering exceptional nursing care to post-operative and critical patients while collaborating closely with board-certified surgeons and specialists across multiple disciplines.

Our Hunt Valley hospital shares a 45,000-square-foot specialty facility with Internal Medicine, Ca