Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Rippowam Animal Hospital | Stamford, CT
$25–$28 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: 3 consecutive 12-hour shifts

Rippowam Animal Hospital in Stamford, CT is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician with strong surgical and anesthesia skills to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who is confident monitoring anesthesia, enjoys working in surgery, and wants to continue developing their technical and leadership skills.

With six surgery days each week, our surgery team has the opportunity to work with a diverse range of cases in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We are looking for someone with at least 2 years of veterinary technician experience and hands-on surgical experience.

What You'll Do

As a Surgery Veterinary Technician, you will play a key role in preparing, monitoring, and caring for surgical patients before, during, and after procedures. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare surgical patients for procedures, including placing IV catheters and administering pre-anesthetic medications
• Induce, monitor, and maintain anesthesia under the direction of the veterinarian
• Confidently monitor anesthetic patients and recognize changes in patient status
• Perform surgical monitoring, including anesthesia monitoring and patient parameter documentation
• Assist veterinarians with surgical procedures and patient care
• Provide thorough post-operative monitoring and recovery
• Perform patient treatments, venipuncture, catheter placement, and other veterinary technician duties
• Maintain surgical equipment, instruments, and treatment areas
• Assist with a variety of surgical cases, including soft tissue surgery, foreign body procedures, orthopedic cases, TECA procedures, and more
• Participate in monthly spay/neuter clinics supporting local animal rescues
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and the veterinary technician team to provide high-quality patient care

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician who can confidently step into a surgical role.

Required:

• At least 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in surgery
• Strong anesthesia monitoring and patient care skills
• Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable, accountable, and committed to providing excellent patient care

Preferred:

• CVT, LVT, or RVT certification preferred but not required
• Experience with surgery and monitoring anesthesia
• Interest in mentoring or taking on future leadership responsibilities

If you are an experienced veterinary technician who enjoys surgery, is confident with anesthesia, and is looking for an opportunity to grow into a leadership role, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Rippowam Animal Hospital?

For more than 60 years, Rippowam Animal Hospital has provided high-quality veterinary care to the Stamford community. We are proud to have been recognized as one of Stamford's best veterinary practices for eight consecutive years.

Our team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to helping each other succeed. We believe veterinary technicians should have opportunities to use their skills, develop professionally, and build long-term careers.

You'll join a team that values:

• Professional growth: Our leadership team supports continuing education and opportunities to develop new skills.
• Career advancement: This role offers the potential for future leadership and mentoring opportunities.
• Experienced teammates: Work alongside a collaborative veterinary team with a strong commitment to patient care.
• A positive team culture: We work hard, support one another, and make time to enjoy being a team.
• Work-life balance: A consistent 3-day, 12-hour schedule provides four days off each week.

Compensation & Benefits

• $25–$28 per hour, based on experience
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick time
• Continuing Education allowance
• Employee pet care discounts
• Disability and life insurance

About Rippowam Animal Hospital

Located in Stamford, CT, Rippowam Animal Hospital has served the local community for more than 60 years. Our hospital provides comprehensive veterinary medicine and surgery in a collaborative environment where our team members are encouraged to grow and develop their careers.

If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician with surgical and anesthesia experience and are ready for your next career opportunity, apply today to join the team at Rippowam Animal Hospital.

Learn more about Rippowam Animal Hospital: www.rippowamanimalhospital.com