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Experienced Veterinary Surgery Technician
Animal Medical Center of Hattiesburg
Are you a experienced veterinary surgery technician who thrives in the operating room, loves the precision of anesthesia monitoring, and takes pride in surgical excellence? Animal Medical Center of Hattiesburg is seeking a Surgery Technician to join our dedicated team of professionals who provide advanced, compassionate care every day.
Why Join Us?
Hybrid, Progressive Hospital: We are a 24-hour facility offering general practice, emergency/urgent care, and specialty referrals — giving our surgical team exposure to a wide range of procedures and cases.
Utilization to the Fullest: Our technicians perform advanced skills including anesthesia induction and monitoring, surgical prep, instrument handling, blood banking, and critical care recovery.
Established Reputation: Serving Hattiesburg for over 50 years, we are the oldest and trusted veterinary hospital in the area.
Growth & Learning: We believe in progressive medicine, continuous education, and fostering a culture of professional development and teamwork.
Utilization to the Fullest: Our technicians perform advanced skills including anesthesia induction and monitoring, surgical prep, instrument handling, blood banking, and critical care recovery.
Established Reputation: Serving Hattiesburg for over 50 years, we are the oldest and trusted veterinary hospital in the area.
Growth & Learning: We believe in progressive medicine, continuous education, and fostering a culture of professional development and teamwork.
About the Role – Surgery Technician
This role is ideal for a technician who excels in the operating room and finds fulfillment in maintaining the highest standards of patient care. From induction to recovery, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring patient safety, surgical efficiency, and outstanding medical outcomes.
This role is ideal for a technician who excels in the operating room and finds fulfillment in maintaining the highest standards of patient care. From induction to recovery, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring patient safety, surgical efficiency, and outstanding medical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients, surgical suites, and equipment for procedures
- Perform dental cleanings while exhibiting proficiency in dental radiography
- Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia safely and accurately
- Maintain sterility and aseptic technique throughout procedures
- Anticipate the surgeon’s needs and assist with surgical instruments and equipment
- Ensure all surgical charges and records are complete and accurate in Cornerstone
- Clean, wrap, and autoclave surgical instruments and packs
- Communicate clearly with veterinarians and other team members regarding patient status
- Monitor hospitalized surgical patients and provide attentive, compassionate care
What We’re Looking For:
- A experienced veterinary surgery technician (or CVT - Surgery)
- Prior experience in veterinary surgery and anesthesia required
- Strong technical skills, including IV catheter placement, intubation, and anesthesia monitoring
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
- Ability to multitask, anticipate needs, and stay calm under pressure
- Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
Schedule & Benefits:
Schedule: Daytime or mid-shift (between the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ) with rotating on-call weekends
Full Benefits Package:
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Scrub discounts
- Holiday pay
- Employee pet benefits
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance & license reimbursement
Who Should Apply:
✅ You’re a skilled CVT or experienced veterinary surgery technician who finds purpose in precision, focus, and patient safety.
✅ You love being part of the surgical process — prepping, monitoring, assisting, and recovering patients.
✅ You take pride in doing things the right way — with consistency, accuracy, and care.
✅ You thrive in a team that values communication, trust, and accountability.
✅ You want to work in a hospital where technicians are fully utilized and respected for their expertise.
✅ You love being part of the surgical process — prepping, monitoring, assisting, and recovering patients.
✅ You take pride in doing things the right way — with consistency, accuracy, and care.
✅ You thrive in a team that values communication, trust, and accountability.
✅ You want to work in a hospital where technicians are fully utilized and respected for their expertise.
Who Should Not Apply:
🚫 You prefer to avoid anesthesia or surgery-related duties.
🚫 You’re uncomfortable working in a fast-paced environment or managing multiple cases at once.
🚫 You resist feedback, protocols, or collaborative teamwork.
🚫 You prefer a repetitive or isolated role rather than one requiring critical thinking and adaptability.
🚫 You’re uncomfortable working in a fast-paced environment or managing multiple cases at once.
🚫 You resist feedback, protocols, or collaborative teamwork.
🚫 You prefer a repetitive or isolated role rather than one requiring critical thinking and adaptability.
Join a Team That Values You!
We are building a culture of emotional intelligence, teamwork, and professionalism—fostering a supportive and communicative environment where everyone thrives. If you’re ready to be utilized to your fullest potential and be part of a highly skilled, well-respected surgical team, apply today!
We are building a culture of emotional intelligence, teamwork, and professionalism—fostering a supportive and communicative environment where everyone thrives. If you’re ready to be utilized to your fullest potential and be part of a highly skilled, well-respected surgical team, apply today!
📍 Location: Hattiesburg, MS
📅 Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Veterinary Care!
📅 Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Veterinary Care!
Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Animal Medical Center
At the Animal Medical Center, we strive for excellence in pet healthcare, while exceeding our client's expectations, in a Christ-centered environment.
Company Website: www.animal-er.com
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