Role

Full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (Surgery & Anesthesia)

Location

Veterinary Referral Associates
500 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg, MD, US

Description

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Registered Veterinary Technician (Surgery & Anesthesia)

**Signing Bonus Available for qualified applicant **

Veterinary Referral Associates is looking for a full-time Surgery & Anesthesia technician.

Technician caseload includes patients with many comorbidities (cardiac, renal, hepatic) that require a dedicated team to not only keep them alive but help them thrive under anesthesia. Technicians are able to assist in formulating critical-care anesthesia plans, place arterial and central lines, administer blood products, as well as treat blood pressure abnormalities with different medications.

Anesthesia Veterinary Technicians are responsible for, but not limited to:

Inducing, intubating, and monitoring anesthesia on critical cases
Drug calculations and administration
Obtaining vitals, placing IV as well as arterial catheters, phlebotomy, doppler blood pressure, radiology, blood transfusions, patient advocacy
Instrument care, cleaning and sterilization
Hospitalized patient nursing care for post-operative patients
Client communication and education

Ideal Candidate’s Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

RVT license is required
Have strong basic technical skills: IVC placement, phlebotomy, radiology, ability to obtain vitals and know basic vitals parameters for dogs and cats
Ability to safely and securely restrain animals using proper restraint techniques
Ability to take initiative while working in a team environment
Excellent communication and client service skills
Must have sound decision making skills and be able to multi-task while working in an environment of stress

Our Surgery technician will enjoy a 4-day workweek!

We strive to help our technicians maintain a healthy work-life balance by offering set schedules so you can plan your life outside of work. Your schedule will consist of four 10-hour shifts per week with three days off. Anesthesia technicians are required to be part of the anesthesia on-call schedule and you will receive a bonus for each case you are called in for. This will include week day overnights as well as one weekend per month and one holiday per year.

Schedule

Four 10-hour shifts: Tuesday - Friday, 9:00am - 7:00pm. This position is full-time hourly with an anticipated schedule to include 40 hours and 4 shifts per week. There will be an initial 90-day training period of various shift rotations which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.
On-Call Requirement: Full-time employees are required to sign up for 24 hours per month of hospital on-call coverage following 90 days of employment. Anesthesia technicians and assistants will transition to the Anesthesia on-call calendar after the Medical Director and Anesthesiologist’s approval.
Must be willing to take necessary schedule and on-call shifts. Schedule available one month in advance.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
401(k) with discretionary contribution
Team Member Pet Discounts
Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
CE stipends and career development resources
Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$27.52—$33.64 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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