Registered Surgery Veterinary Technician

General Information

Ref #

55238

Department

Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus

Job Site

Animal Clinic of Chardon

Date Published

09-28-2026

Pay Class

Full-Time

Working Arrangement

On-site

Base Min.

$ 20

Base Max.

$ 25

Location Address

656 Water St., Chardon, OH 44024

Job Description

Now Hiring: Surgical RVT

Animal Clinic of Chardon | Chardon, OH

$20-$25/hour

? Surgery-Focused | Lead Opportunity | Full-Time

Are you an RVT who loves surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry - and is ready to take your skills to the next level?

Animal Clinic of Chardon is looking for a credentialed veterinary technician to join our team in a surgery-focused RVT role. This is more than a traditional RVT position - you'll work closely alongside our Medical Lead and play an important role in leading and overseeing our surgical operations.

We're looking for someone who is already experienced in anesthetics, surgery, and/or dentistry, or someone who is eager to grow into a lead surgical technician role. If you're someone who enjoys taking ownership, staying organized, and helping a team provide excellent patient care, we'd love to hear from you!

? What You'll Do

• Serve as a key surgical technician and work closely alongside the Medical Lead
• Provide anesthesia and surgical support and help ensure excellent patient care
• Maintain and oversee surgical equipment, including regulatory testing and compliance
• Maintain surgical supply inventory and ensure the team has what it needs
• Support the Medical Lead in maintaining AAHA surgical standards
• Monitor and maintain the surgical schedule
• Help keep surgical workflows organized, efficient, and running smoothly
• Take an active role in supporting and developing best practices within the surgical team

What We're Looking For

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT)
• Experience in anesthesia, surgery, and/or dentistry preferred
• Strong interest in growing into a lead surgical technician role
• Comfortable taking ownership and helping lead surgical operations
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• A team player who communicates well and enjoys working collaboratively with doctors, technicians, and support staff
• Passionate about providing high-quality patient care

Schedule

This is typically a 4-day-per-week schedule, with shifts varying based on the needs of the hospital.

Hospital Hours:

• Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

Why Join Us?

At Animal Clinic of Chardon, you'll have the opportunity to use your skills, take ownership of your work, and grow into a leadership role within surgery. This is a great opportunity for an experienced surgical technician - or a motivated credentialed technician ready to take that next step - to have a meaningful impact on both patient care and the surgical team.

If surgery is where you thrive and you're ready for more responsibility, we'd love to meet you!

Your Impact as a Credentialed Surgery Veterinary Technician

Note: The Credentialed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state's Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

• Lead Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring: You'll induce, maintain, and monitor patients under general anesthesia, continuously assessing vital parameters and adjusting anesthetic depth as needed-recognizing changes in patient status and escalating concerns to the surgeon promptly.
• Ensure Precise Drug Calculation and Administration: You'll accurately calculate, prepare, and administer anesthetic agents, analgesics, emergency drugs, and other medications, ensuring precise dosing tailored to each patient.
• Master Surgical Assisting and Sterile Technique: You'll assist surgeons during procedures, maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques, manage instruments, and anticipate the needs of the surgical team throughout each case.
• Perform Phlebotomy and Diagnostics: You'll perform venipuncture and collect samples for laboratory analysis, place IV catheters, take radiographs, and assist with the interpretation and documentation of diagnostic findings.
• Provide Post-Operative and Critical Care: You'll manage patient recovery, monitor for post-surgical complications, administer pain management protocols, and provide attentive, compassionate care to patients who may be critically ill or in pain.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll discharge patients, review post-surgical treatment plans, incision care, and follow-up instructions with clients, and support client service operations as needed.
• Drive Operational Excellence and Mentorship: You'll accurately maintain medical records, prescriptions, and controlled drug logs using our computer systems, ensure surgical readiness between procedures, and help train and mentor veterinary assistants and new teammates.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• A current state veterinary technician license in good standing.
• Experience in anesthesia, surgical nursing, or a specialty/referral environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, drug calculation, phlebotomy, and IV catheter placement.
• A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.