Surgical Veterinary Technician- Westfield, NJ at Community Veterinary Partners – Westfield, New Jersey

Westfield, NJ
$22.00 – $24.00 per hour (Based on experience)
Full-Time (36–40 hours/week) | Part-Time Considered

At Westfield Veterinary Group – Westfield, we’re more than just a multi-doctor practice — we’re a collaborative team that truly supports one another. We take pride in delivering exceptional patient care while creating a positive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

If you’re a skilled Surgical Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced setting and takes pride in anesthetic excellence and patient safety, we’d love to meet you.

As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you will work closely with our surgical team from patient admission through recovery and discharge. This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role ideal for a technician with strong anesthesia experience and confidence in surgical monitoring.

You’ll report directly to the Surgery Supervisor and play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Patient & Surgical Support

Admit patients for surgical and outpatient procedures in accordance with hospital protocols

Perform thorough physical assessments and monitor vital signs

Prepare anesthesia protocols under veterinarian guidance and calculate medications

Administer injectable medications (SQ, IM, IV)

Place and maintain IV catheters; calculate fluid therapy and manage fluid pumps

Anesthesia & Monitoring

Operate and interpret ECG, capnography, pulse oximetry, oscillometric and Doppler blood pressure monitoring

Perform endotracheal intubation/extubation

Safely administer inhalant anesthesia

Closely monitor anesthetic depth from pre-op through recovery

Recognize complications quickly and communicate effectively with the doctor

Recovery & Discharge

Recover patients from anesthesia and assess pain levels

Collaborate with veterinarians on appropriate pain management plans

Maintain accurate medical records and log controlled substances per DEA requirements

Discharge patients under veterinary direction and clearly explain medications and home care instructions to clients

Surgical Suite & Teamwork

Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and packs

Maintain a professional demeanor at all times

Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the entire hospital team

Minimum 1 year of Veterinary Surgical Technician experience (Required)

Strong anesthesia monitoring skills (Required)

Dentistry experience (Strongly Preferred)

Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills

Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced surgical environment

12-hour day shifts

Weekends as needed

401(k) with employer matchingHealth, Vision, and Dental insuranceJourney Behavioral Health Program and Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCE Reimbursement for CVT's and LVT'sMonthly Bonus PotentialScrub AllowanceGenerous Employee DiscountsFlexible SchedulingPaid Parental Leave