Neurology Licensed Veterinary Technician – Operating Room, GCVS
Houston, TX
Full Time
Neurology
Experienced
Neurology Veterinary Technician (LVT) – Operating Room
At Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS), we don’t just practice veterinary medicine, we push it forward. As one of the largest specialty and emergency hospitals in the region, our Neurology team is at the forefront of advanced diagnostics, complex surgical procedures, and collaborative patient care.
We’re looking for a Neurology Veterinary Technician (LVT) who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and is passionate about anesthesia, advanced procedures, and delivering exceptional patient care from induction through recovery.
We’re looking for a Neurology Veterinary Technician (LVT) who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and is passionate about anesthesia, advanced procedures, and delivering exceptional patient care from induction through recovery.
**WE ARE OFFERING A SIGN ON BONUS FOR THIS ROLE**
Compensation:
- Starting at $22/hr. based on experience and skills
- ++$$ SIGN ON BONUS OFFERED
- Additional earning potential through weekend and holiday on-call shifts, including stipends and premium pay
Schedule:
- Full Time
- 4 days/week, 10-hour shifts
- On-call rotation: every 3rd weekend
- Minimum of 2 holidays/year
Why This Role Matters
In this role, you’ll be a critical part of the neurology team, supporting advanced imaging (MRI/CT), assisting in complex neurosurgeries, and ensuring the safety of patients under anesthesia. Your technical expertise and attention to detail directly impact patient outcomes and the success of every procedure.
What You’ll Do
This is a hands-on, highly technical role where no two days look the same.
Key responsibilities include:
Anesthesia & Procedural Support
In this role, you’ll be a critical part of the neurology team, supporting advanced imaging (MRI/CT), assisting in complex neurosurgeries, and ensuring the safety of patients under anesthesia. Your technical expertise and attention to detail directly impact patient outcomes and the success of every procedure.
What You’ll Do
This is a hands-on, highly technical role where no two days look the same.
Key responsibilities include:
Anesthesia & Procedural Support
- Induce, monitor, and recover patients for MRI, CT, and surgical procedures
- Maintain anesthesia equipment and monitoring devices
- Perform advanced monitoring, including ECG interpretation and ventilator use
Surgical & Imaging Preparation
- Prepare patients for procedures (IV catheter placement, labs, imaging prep, etc.)
- Assist in the OR: circulating, scrubbing in, and supporting surgeons as needed
- Set up surgical packs, instrumentation, and anesthesia stations
Advanced Technical Skills
- Chemotherapy – preparation and administration
- Arterial catheter placement and blood pressure monitoring
- CRI preparation/administration
- EMG and BAER test setup
- CSF tap setup and assistance
- Drug calculations and critical care support
Patient Care & Recovery
- Provide attentive peri-operative and post-operative care
- Create and manage treatment sheets (SmartFlow)
- Ensure patients are stable, comfortable, and ready for discharge
Team & Hospital Support
- Maintain a clean, organized OR environment
- Collaborate across departments to support hospital-wide care
- Follow MRI, radiation, chemotherapy, and sterile protocols
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is both technically strong and team-oriented, with a genuine passion for specialty medicine.
Required:
We’re seeking someone who is both technically strong and team-oriented, with a genuine passion for specialty medicine.
Required:
- Licensed Veterinary Technician, valid in the state of Texas
Preferred:
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience
- Prior anesthesia and/or surgical experience
- Experience in specialty or emergency medicine
You’ll Thrive Here If You:
- Love working in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Are detail-oriented and take pride in precision
- Enjoy advanced procedures and continuous learning
- Value teamwork and collaboration across specialties
What Makes GCVS Different
- Collaborative, multi-specialty environment with cutting-edge medicine
- Opportunities to work alongside board-certified neurologists
- Exposure to advanced procedures (craniotomies, spinal surgeries, etc.)
- Strong focus on learning, development, and career growth
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life and Disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts, including pet care
- Professional development and tuition assistance
- Uniform stipend
If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role that combines communication, organization, and compassion, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become an essential part of a team where your efforts truly make a difference—one pet and one family at a time!
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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