Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Burlington Emergency Veterinary Specialists is looking for a Veterinary Surgical Technician who thrives in the OR, takes pride in precision, and wants to be part of a team doing some of the most advanced veterinary surgery in New England. Burlington Emergency Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is Vermont's only 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital, bringing together a collaborative team of technicians and specialists who are passionate about delivering high-quality, advanced care. With services including soft tissue surgery, orthopedics, 24/7 emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, dentistry, and oral surgery, you'll have the opportunity to scrub in on interesting, complex cases while continuing to learn and grow alongside a supportive team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Surgical Support Patient Care Serve as scrub and/or circulating technician for soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures Prepare and maintain sterile fields, surgical instrument packs, and implant inventories Perform patient preparation including surgical site clipping, aseptic prep, and positioning Assist with anesthetic induction and support the anesthesia team throughout procedures as needed Monitor patients during recovery and communicate post-operative status to the care team Assist surgeons with wound management, bandaging, and discharge preparation Instrumentation Equipment Maintain, clean, inspect, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols Manage orthopedic implant inventory and loaner sets, coordinating with vendors as needed Ensure readiness and functionality of surgical suite equipment including electrosurgery units, suction, and power tools Track and restock surgical supplies; flag low inventory and expiring items Team Standards Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and technical staff across departments to support seamless surgical care Train and mentor technician assistants and new staff on surgical preparation, sterile technique, and instrument handling Contribute to the development and maintenance of surgical SOPs and protocols Uphold OSHA, DEA, and hospital compliance standards within the surgical suite

BENEFITS

We're passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential—both at work and at home.

to utilize for your own pet: Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor

Compensation

package is outstanding and rewarding: Generous paid time off (PTO) Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match up to 4% (after 6 months) Continuing education (CE) allowance Uniform allowance Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and wellness support Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options Mental health resources, plus so much more Plus, special

REQUIREMENTS

1+ years of experience in veterinary surgery or a surgical technician role strongly preferred; specialty or emergency setting a plus Hands-on experience with soft tissue and/or orthopedic surgical procedures and instrumentation Solid understanding of sterile technique, instrument sterilization methods, and surgical suite preparation Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments in a fast-paced environment Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain composure in high-stakes surgical situations Must be comfortable with physical demands of the role including patient handling, liftin