Surgical Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Who we are:

Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

• Role: Lead Surgery Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch)
  Optional schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM for 40 hours

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Are you an experienced veterinary technician looking to take the next step in your career? Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Lead Surgery Technician to help elevate our surgical department and train our team to the highest level of excellence.

We are rebuilding our hospital to an even higher standard of care than ever before and we're looking for a bold, skilled, and compassionate leader to help us get there.

About the Role:

The Lead Surgery Technician will oversee surgical protocols, staff training, and assist in developing advanced technical skills across the team. The ideal candidate will take pride in mentorship, precision, and teamwork, helping our doctors and technicians perform at their best while ensuring every patient receives elite-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentor and train technicians in catheter placement, intubation, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, soft tissue surgeries, elective procedures, and mass removals
• Assist in developing and refining surgical protocols
• Perform blood draws and operate in-house laboratory machines
• Ensure proper restraint and safe animal handling
• Maintain the weekly controlled substance logbook with accuracy and compliance
• Take in rooms and conduct technician appointments on Thursdays
• Support hospital flow and assist in general practice and urgent care as needed

Schedule & Benefits:

• Full-time: 36 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, 8 AM-6 PM
• Optional: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9 AM-6 PM
• 1-hour unpaid lunch to ensure proper rest and recovery time
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive, growth-focused environment with leadership opportunities

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Who We're Looking For:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) with a minimum of 5 years of experience
• Confident in surgical and anesthesia responsibilities
• CPR certified (RECOVER certification preferred)
• Team-oriented leader who empowers others through guidance, patience, and collaboration
• Strong communication and teaching skills
• Adventurous, kind, and motivated to help others grow
• Passionate about patient care and surgical excellence

Join a hospital that's on a mission to redefine what high-quality veterinary medicine looks like. If you're ready to lead, teach, and grow alongside an inspiring team, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the next chapter of Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.