Surgery Veterinary Technician

Job Overview BluePearl Pet Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our thriving Surgery Team! Compensation Up to a $5,000 sign‑on bonus based on experience** Pay: $19.50 - $38.50 per hour, based on experience and competency assessment. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience. Shift differentials are provided for eligible nights and weekends. Minimum 4-hour shift differential. Example: Mon – Fri: 6 pm – 8 am = +$3.00/hr. Shift differential Sat & Sun: 8 am – 6 pm = +$3.00/hr. Shift differential Sat & Sun: 6 pm – 8 am = +$4.50/hr. Shift differential Schedule 4×10s, Tues‑Fri + rotating on‑call expectations Responsibilities Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values. Place peripheral intravenous catheters in the cephalic vein. Perform physical exams and accurately count heart rate, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate, and effort. Understand normal vital parameters and alert the doctor when abnormal. Set up intravenous fluids. Administer subcutaneous fluids. Operate all brands of intravenous fluid pumps and troubleshoot errors. Disconnect and connect patients from intravenous fluids aseptically. Monitor patient response to fluid therapy, including signs of overload. Perform additional relevant job responsibilities. Why BluePearl? We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading‑edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, and more Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support Company-paid disability coverage Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses EEO and Diversity Statement BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company will provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card. #J-18808-Ljbffr