Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Job Description

Surgery Veterinary Technician


Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital | 225 Monmouth Rd, Oakhurst, NJ 07755


Since 1983, Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital has proudly served dogs and cats across Monmouth County, the Jersey Shore, and New Jersey. We are a large, multi-departmental AAHA-accredited, Fear-Free, and Cat-Friendly practice, located in a modern, state-of-the-art facility just minutes from the beach.


We are looking for a skilled and motivated Surgery Veterinary Technician to join our surgical team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with experienced doctors on both routine and advanced procedures. Grow your technical and anesthesia skills in a supportive, collaborative hospital environment.

What You'll Do
• Assist veterinarians during general and advanced surgical procedures, including orthopedic surgery
• Confidently monitor patients under anesthesia using a variety of monitoring equipment
• Perform dental cleanings: dental radiographs, charting, scaling, and polishing
• Prepare patients for surgery and maintain sterile fields
• Support hospitalized surgical patients with postoperative care
• Participate in ongoing cross-training opportunities across multiple hospital departments

Who We're Looking For
• A CVT or a veterinary technician with 1-2+ years of surgery/anesthesia experience
• Interest and some experience in dentistry and dental radiology
• Confidence with anesthesia monitoring
• A strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, team-focused culture
• A technician who is eager to learn, grow, and expand their skills in advanced medicine

Why You'll Love Working at Oakhurst
• Flexible scheduling: 4-day work week with rotating weekends
• Competitive pay: $20-$27/hour, with the potential for up to $30/hour for the right experienced CVT
• Paid holidays
• Full benefits for full-time employees, including


o Medical, dental, vision, life insurance


o 401(k) with match


o HSA/FSA options


o Generous PTO/Sick Time


o Uniforms provided


o CE allowance + CVT license reimbursement


o Pet care discounts + partial pet insurance coverage

Growth & Culture at Oakhurst
• Access to NVA resources for CE, licenses, and growth opportunities
• Support from a well-rounded, diverse, and experienced team of technicians and veterinarians
• Exposure to advanced cases and procedures, with opportunities to develop skills in areas of interest like anesthesia, dentistry, and ultrasound
• Organized training events and continuing education support
• Strong community involvement: shelter spay/neuter programs, rescue partnerships, fundraising, and events like Catsbury Park Cat Convention
• A collaborative culture built on mentorship, education, and career advancement

At Oakhurst, surgery technicians are an integral part of the team. We'll provide you with the support, training, and opportunities you need to thrive in advanced veterinary medicine.


Job Type: Full-time or part time

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.