Registered Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Licensed Veterinary Technician – Specialty Veterinary Surgical Centers | Gaithersburg, MD $32.00–$40.00/hour, depending on experience and certification  Looking for a specialty technician role with a life-friendly schedule?  At Veterinary Surgical Centers, we're offering something that can be hard to find in veterinary medicine: Four-day work week  Monday–Thursday schedule (8:00 AM–6:00 PM)  No nights  No weekends  No on-call responsibilities  If you're an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician who loves anesthesia, surgery, advanced nursing care, and working alongside highly skilled specialists—but also values time outside of work—this could be the opportunity you've been looking for!  Why Technicians Love Working Here  For more than 20 years, Veterinary Surgical Centers has been a leader in specialty surgery throughout the DMV region. Our Gaithersburg location combines advanced surgical services with a collaborative specialty environment where technicians are valued as critical members of the patient care team.  You'll work closely with board-certified surgeons and other specialty professionals on a fascinating and rewarding caseload that includes: Orthopedic surgery  Soft tissue surgery  Advanced imaging (CT and MRI)  Complex anesthesia cases  Specialty patient care and recovery  No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to continually grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on patients and their families.  A Team You'll Actually Enjoy Working With  We believe great medicine starts with a great culture.  Our team is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping one another succeed. You'll be surrounded by professionals who are passionate about patient care, committed to teaching, and genuinely enjoy working together.  Because our specialty hospitals share facilities with other specialists, you'll have daily opportunities to collaborate, learn, and expand your knowledge in a way that simply isn't possible in most general practice settings.  What You'll Do  Assist board-certified surgeons during procedures and patient care  Monitor anesthesia using advanced multi-parameter equipment  Perform laboratory procedures and prepare outside laboratory samples  Obtain patient histories, weights, and vital signs  Provide exceptional nursing care for hospitalized patients  Assist with patient admissions, transfers, recoveries, and discharges  Support CT and MRI procedures  Deliver compassionate, professional client communication  Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and inventory  What We're Looking For  Current Maryland Licensed Veterinary Technician credential  Associate degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program  Minimum 5 years of veterinary experience  Specialty, surgery, anesthesia, or advanced nursing experience strongly preferred  CT and MRI experience preferred but not required  Strong communication and critical thinking skills  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty environment  Passion for providing exceptional patient care  Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork  VTS (Anesthesia) and VTS (Surgery) candidates are highly encouraged to apply.  Benefits  Our Comprehensive benefit package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance  401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment  Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling  Continuing education allowance and professional development support  Mental Health Resources  Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave  Perks for Your Pets Too! Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them: Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products  Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing  Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods  Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner  Join a Team That Values Excellence—and Work-Life Balance  At Veterinary Surgical Centers, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging specialty cases, learn from experts in the field, and enjoy a schedule that gives you time for life outside the hospital.  If you're looking for a role where your skills are appreciated, your growth is supported, and your evenings and weekends remain your own, we'd love to meet you.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of reference and background checks.  FOR MARYLAND APPLICANTS:  UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A LIE DETECTOR OR SIMILAR TEST.  EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.       Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.  Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/   Where uncommon support partners with joy.