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Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Chattanooga, TNOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Veterinary Technician
  • Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Anesthesia
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Surgical instruments
  • Sterile techniques
  • Sample handling
  • Cultures

Nice to have

  • Credentialed veterinary technician
  • Specialty experience

Role summary

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for its Surgical Team in Chattanooga. This role involves supporting surgeons and specialists in providing high-standard patient care, including anesthesia, surgical procedures, and advanced diagnostics. Responsibilities include patient monitoring, sample handling, equipment maintenance, and client education. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of veterinary technician experience, preferably in specialty surgery, with proficiency in anesthesia, sterile techniques, and surgical instrument care. This onsite position requires availability for some holidays, weekends, and on-call shifts.

Take the next step in your career as a veterinary technician with the VCSG Surgery Team!

Who We Are

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is Chattanooga’s largest multi-specialty and emergency hospital, where compassionate care meets cutting-edge medicine. At VCSG, we are committed to providing exceptional specialty and emergency care while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment. We believe that excellence in patient care starts with a workplace where professionals feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow—because when our team thrives, so do our patients.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgical Team.

We’re looking for someone who loves educating clients and providing compassionate care as much as they love the operating room. Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable about veterinary surgical procedures, organized, attentive to detail and is enthusiastic to be a team player not only with within the surgery department, but with other specialties across the hospital.

As we grow, we’re seeking top-tier technicians who want to make a real impact.

What You Can Expect To Do

As a technician on the Surgery team, you’ll be supporting our surgeons, other boarded specialists, and technicians to provide the highest standard of care to our patients while educating and assisting the families who love them. This is a hands-on position where you’ll be responsible for safe patient handling, patient monitoring while in hospital and during sedated and anesthetic procedures, obtaining and handling samples for advanced diagnostics, and maintaining specialized equipment.

What You Have:

Orthopedic and Soft Tissue Surgery specific knowledge

  • Proficiency in anesthesia and aseptic techniques
  • Familiarity with setting up operating rooms and procedure specific equipment
  • Skilled in identifying, cleaning, sterilization, and organization of surgical instruments
  • Strong understanding of sterile techniques and sample handling for cultures, biopsy's, cytology's, etc
  • Proficient in identifying anesthetic problems before they become critical/emergent

    • Core abilities:

  • Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  • Anesthesia and sedation monitoring
  • Medication calculations and administration (IV, IM, SQ, oral)
  • Safe handling and restraint of dogs and cats, including fractious patients

    • Position Requirements

  • Credentialed veterinary technicians preferred
  • 2-3 years of veterinary technician experience (specialty experience strongly preferred)
  • Some holidays and weekends are required for this position.
  • Availability for scheduled on-call shifts

    • Why You Should Choose Us

    Great Location: Located in the up-and-coming Southside Neighborhood in Chattanooga at the base of Lookout Mountain. Our hospital is located perfectly next to the beautiful Tennessee River Park and the new baseball stadium opening soon and close to various restaurants, breweries, and entertainment venues.

    Take the next step in your veterinary career: We are committed to training and growth, providing you with in-person didactic, hands on, and virtual learning.

    Provide exceptional patient care: Our hospital was built from the ground up with the highest level of care in mind. You will be using the latest equipment and technology alongside board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines.

    Work in a diverse and supportive environment: We offer a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional development, along with benefits that prioritize wellness and growth.

  • Generous employee pet care discount
  • Continuing Education stipends and designated PTO
  • Competitive hourly pay and shift differentials for nights and weekends
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
  • 120 hours annual paid time off + floating holiday time

    • Ready to Apply?

    Submit your application and cover letter today to join our mission of delivering compassionate, cutting-edge veterinary care.

    Meet Our HospitalWebsite: www.vcsgvets.com

    VCSG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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