Surgery Instruments & Scrub Technician - Veterinary Referral Associates

Job Description

Job Description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

Are you a detail-oriented technician who is interested in supporting a busy cutting-edge Surgery department? Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD is looking for a surgical instrument/O.R. scrub tech to add to our growing Surgery department.

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Referral Associates is currently seeking a Surgery Instruments & Scrub Technician to join our team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide , we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Surgery Instruments & Scrub Technician is a vital part of a specialty surgery service. You will be a second set of hands for our surgeons in the operating room and responsible for ensuring proper maintenance and sterility of our intricate surgical instrumentation and equipment.

Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD is one of the oldest and best-known specialty veterinary and 24/7 emergency hospitals in the country, with around-the-clock emergency care available every day of the year, no appointment required. The AAHA-accredited team includes board-certified specialists in Anesthesiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. We actively promote cross training in all departments.

Key Responsibilities

Surgery Instrument & Scrub Technicians are responsible for, but not limited to:

• Proper cleaning, maintenance, and sterilization of surgical instruments
• Ensuring correct instruments and supplies are available for each procedure
• Assisting with inventory maintenance
• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace
• Maintenance of anesthesia machines and sufficient stock of supplies

Qualifications (Required)

Ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED.
• Organizational expertise
  
• Basic medical terminology and anatomical identification
  
• Ability to take initiative while working in a team environment
  
• Ability to anticipate doctors' needs
  
• Ability to take direction
  
• Be friendly, outgoing, and people-oriented
  
• Must have sound decision making skills and be able to multi-task while working in an environment of stress
• 2+ years' experience as a veterinary technician is required.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred. 

Schedule : 

• We strive to help our technicians and assistants maintain a healthy work-life balance by offering set schedules so you can plan your life outside of work. Your schedule will consist of four, 10-hour shifts per week, with 3 days off.
• Monday-Thursday, 8:30AM-6:30PM
  
• 24 hours of on-call each month is required

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$19—$24 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a  Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals , including 1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.  Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.