Veterinary Technician, Surgery
Join the surgery team at Animal Specialty Center (ASC) where you'll work alongside board-certified surgeons, utilize advanced anesthesia and surgical nursing skills, and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day.
Compensation
- $28–$38/hour based on experience, skills assessment, and leveling
- Weekend Differential (Saturday 12:00am – Sunday 11:59pm):
- Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT/RVT/CVT): Base pay + $4/hr
- Non-Licensed Team Members: Base pay + $2/hr
- Four 10-hour shifts OR three 12-hour shifts
- Annual $1,500 CE Stipend + Paid CE Days + Onsite FREE CE
- Fear Free & RECOVER Training
- Annual Uniform Allowance
- 3 Weeks Paid Time Off + Paid Sick Leave in compliance with NY State
- Holidays = DOUBLE Pay
- Medical/Dental/Vision + Disability & Life Insurance Options
- 401(k) with employer match
- GENEROUS Employee Pet Discount – 75%
- Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
- License renewal reimbursement for LVTs
- Financial support and onsite mentorship for technicians pursuing VTS certification
- Assist in managing surgical cases alongside board-certified surgeons and highly skilled veterinary technicians
- Participate in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
- Obtain and process laboratory samples including blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates
- Execute, monitor, and recover sedation and anesthetic events
- Assist with operating room duties as both a circulating nurse and scrub technician during orthopedic and soft tissue procedures
- Monitor patients before, during, and after surgery to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Provide compassionate nursing care and advocate for hospitalized patients
- Collaborate with surgeons, specialists, and support teams to deliver exceptional patient care
- Active CVT, LVT, or RVT credential (or eligibility for licensure) in New York
- Previous experience in surgery, anesthesia, or specialty veterinary medicine preferred
- Strong understanding of anesthetic monitoring, drug calculations, and patient safety protocols
- Knowledge of radiographic techniques preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and client service
- Positive attitude and dedication to maintaining a supportive hospital culture
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
What sets ASC apart?
- Collaborative Environment – Work alongside a diverse team of specialists, emergency clinicians, and experienced veterinary professionals who support learning and professional growth.
- Autonomy & Advanced Medicine – Play an active role in case management and patient care while working at the top of your license in a leading specialty hospital.
- Continuous Learning – Access mentorship from senior technicians, specialty certification support, leadership development opportunities, and continuing education resources.
- Meaningful Impact – Contribute to the care of patients across multiple specialty services while helping families navigate critical moments with their pets.
ASC attracts veterinary professionals from throughout the greater New York metropolitan area, including:
- Yonkers
- White Plains
- New Rochelle
- Mount Vernon
- Bronx
- Manhattan
- Queens
- Brooklyn
- Stamford, CT
- Norwalk, CT
- Greenwich, CT
- Hoboken, NJ
- Jersey City, NJ
If you're a Veterinary Technician looking to advance your surgery and anesthesia skills in a premier specialty environment, ASC offers the opportunity to work with advanced surgical procedures, experienced specialists, and a team dedicated to helping you grow professionally. Relocating for the right opportunity can be a career-defining move—and ASC provides the mentorship, technology, and clinical exposure to help you reach the next level.
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 Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.