Description
Senior Veterinary Technician: Surgery & Anesthesia
Make a bigger impact with a team that values your expertise. At Long Branch Animal Hospital, we combine compassionate care with forward-thinking medicine—and we’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician with a focus on surgery and anesthesia to help us keep raising the bar.
Why you’ll love working here
State-of-the-art dentistry: Practice your skills in our modern dental suite with the tools and support to do your best work.
Collaborative, fun team: You’ll join a group that’s kind, skilled, and genuinely enjoys working together.
Engaged leadership: Our owner and practice manager are present, supportive, and invested in your growth.
Purpose-driven medicine: We prioritize patient comfort, client education, and evidence-based care—every time.
Your voice matters: We welcome ideas and initiative to keep improving patient care and workflow.
***We're one block from the beach! You can see the ocean and walk to boardwalk on your break!
What you’ll do
Lead anesthesia and surgical support from pre-op through recovery with a strong focus on safety, comfort, and efficiency.
Perform patient prep, IV catheter placement, drug calculations, monitoring, pain management, and detailed recordkeeping.
Anticipate surgeon and patient needs; maintain sterile technique and equipment readiness.
Collaborate with our dental team and assist with patient care on the floor as needed.
Communicate clearly with teammates and clients to ensure a smooth, positive experience.
What you’ll bring
Veterinary Technician certification (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred.
3+ years of clinical experience with strong surgical/anesthesia skills.
Calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and a committed patient advocate.
Excellent communication and a team-first mindset.
Benefits and support
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
PTO
Health and dental insurance
401(k)
Pet care discount
Uniform allowance
Continuing education budget
Who we are At Long Branch Animal Hospital, we treat every pet—and every person—with the consideration, compassion, and attentiveness we’d want for our own families. We build lasting relationships with our clients and each other, and we never stop improving.
How to apply Ready to grow with a team that’s invested in you? Apply with your resume and a brief note about what excites you about surgery/anesthesia. We’re excited to meet you.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Veterinary Technician certification (CVT/LVT/RVT)-Preferred
Minimum 3 years of clinical experience
Strong surgical and anesthesia skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Compassionate and detail-oriented
