Surgical Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionWasatch Hollow Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited small animal hospital seeking two skilled Surgical Veterinary Technicians to join our surgery-focused team. This position is ideal for technicians who thrive in anesthesia, surgical prep, and advanced procedures and who take pride in high-standard patient care.

Surgery Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• Typically 3–4 surgical cases per day
• No routine weekend surgery
  
  

We’re seeking technicians with prior hands-on experience in:

• General anesthesia & patient monitoring
• Surgical preparation & sterile technique
• IV catheter placement, intubation, and anesthetic calculations
• Intra-operative monitoring (ECG, capnography, BP, SpO₂, temperature)
• Medication administration and dosing accuracy

Advanced Experience (Strongly Preferred)

• Advanced dentistry, including dental radiographs
• Orthopedic procedures and familiarity with orthopedic instrumentation
• Endoscopy
• Assisting in advanced or specialty-level surgical procedures
  
  

We offer flexibility for the right candidates:

• 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 4 days/week
• 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., 4 days/week
  
  

Our Standards

As an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) hospital, we follow structured protocols, high anesthesia standards, and evidence-based medicine. Attention to detail, consistency, and patient advocacy are essential in this role.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is confident, calm, and detail-oriented in surgery
• Works well in a collaborative surgical environment
• Values protocols and best practices
• Is comfortable managing anesthesia from induction to recovery
• Brings a proactive, team-focused mindset
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Insurance (Dental & Vision included), Simple IRA w/ Employer Match, Pet Insurance & Benefits, Scrub Allowance