Veterinary Surgery Technician (CVT) (LVT) (RVT)

Tender Touch Animal Hospital

Job Description

We are seeking a positive, energetic, detail-oriented and ethical veterinary assistant with strong team-player skills to help ensure superior patient and client care. Someone who shares our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of pets and their families every day and enjoy working in a fun culture that fosters collaboration and continuous learning.

Your Responsibilities Will Include
• Assisting veteri
narians with veterinary medicine including but not limited to client communication, drawing vaccines, administering fluids, performing radiographs, collecting and preparing lab samples
• Assisting Veterinarians with surgery procedures including but not limited to preparing surgery suite with instruments, performing intubation and pre-anesthetic procedures, monitoring patients post operatively and updating patient records
• Performing Dentistry procedures including but not limited to cleaning, scaling and polishing teeth using dental equipment, performing fluoride treatments, monitoring anesthesia and assisting veterinarians with extractions
• Performing necessary treatments for hospitalized patients following all instructions set forth by veterinarians
• Supporting referral veterinarians while in house with any procedures as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms, surgery suite, treatment areas and kennels while following any and all applicable OSHA guidelines.
• Working a combination of surgery days and days on day admit, drop off, tech appts, and in room appts

We offer health, dental and vision coverage options, paid time off, paid holidays, excellent pet discounts (veterinary, daycare and boarding), CE allowance, and uniform allowance. For the right candidate we will cover tuition to Penn Foster to receive your CVT certification.

Tender Touch provides comprehensive wellness, dentistry, digital radiology, ultrasound, advanced surgery, acupuncture and more. We cater to all patient and client needs under one roof.

We are seeking someone interested in full-time daytime shifts. Wednesdays are mandatory, and our clinic is open Mon-Sat. 

If you are a dedicated Veterinary Technician with a love for animals and a commitment to providing top-notch care, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

The base hourly range for this position is $23 - 25. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Accepting applications through 7/1/2025

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
NVA 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, NVA 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.
 
NVA 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.