Certified Veterinary Technician, Surgery

$25–$40/hour | Central Point, OR | Full-Time | 3-Day Work Week

Schedule: Consistent three-day work week with 12-hour shifts, plus generous pay differentials for weekend and overnight hours.

Up to $6,000 in combined sign-on bonus, relocation reimbursement, and retention bonus for Oregon-licensed CVTs!

Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center (SOVSC) is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) – Surgery to join our specialty surgery team in Central Point, OR. This opportunity is ideal for a CVT who wants to advance their anesthesia skills while working with orthopedic, soft tissue, and emergency surgical cases in a 24/7 specialty and emergency veterinary hospital.

• Prepare patients for orthopedic, soft tissue, and emergency surgical procedures

• Perform anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery while prioritizing patient safety

• Develop and implement appropriate multimodal anesthesia and analgesia plans in collaboration with veterinarians

• Closely monitor anesthetized patients using multiparameter monitoring equipment and recognize changes that require immediate intervention

• Assist with mechanical ventilation and manage patients requiring advanced anesthetic support

• Prepare surgical suites, equipment, instruments, and patients while maintaining strict sterile technique

• Assist veterinarians during orthopedic and soft tissue procedures and anticipate the needs of the surgical team

• Support advanced surgical procedures and gain hands-on experience with technologies including arthroscopy and CT

• Provide thorough post-operative monitoring, pain management, and recovery care

• Assess patients throughout recovery and communicate changes in condition promptly to the veterinary team

• Maintain accurate anesthesia, surgical, medication, and patient records

• Educate and communicate with pet owners regarding surgical preparation, recovery, and post-operative care

• Collaborate with veterinarians, surgical technicians, and the broader hospital team to provide safe, efficient, high-quality patient care

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT); recent veterinary technician graduates preparing for the VTNE are encouraged to apply

• Oregon CVT license preferred/required for eligibility for the bonus program

• Strong interest in veterinary anesthesia and surgery

• Passion for anesthesia pharmacology, surgical sterility, and patient advocacy

• Previous surgical or anesthesia experience preferred

• Detail-oriented and able to remain calm and focused during complex procedures

• Comfortable learning and working with advanced surgical and anesthesia equipment

• Strong clinical judgment and attention to patient safety

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Compassionate, adaptable, and willing to support the hospital as needed

• Motivated to expand clinical skills and learn advanced surgical and anesthesia techniques

Located in Central Point, Oregon, Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center (SOVSC) is the region’s only 24/7 specialty and emergency veterinary hospital within a 250-mile radius. Our hospital provides advanced Emergency, Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Urgent Care services.

Our surgery team has access to advanced technology and equipment, including ventilators, multiparameter monitors, arthroscopes, CT, and other specialized surgical resources. We combine advanced medicine with a collaborative approach to provide exceptional care for patients and their families.

• Advance your anesthesia and surgical skills alongside experienced DVMs and board-certified specialists

• Gain exposure to orthopedic, soft tissue, and emergency surgery

• Work with advanced anesthesia, surgical, imaging, and monitoring technology

• Supportive and inclusive team culture

• Employee-sponsored activities including hiking, crafting, and game nights

• Located in Oregon’s beautiful Rogue Valley with access to hiking, rafting, skiing, biking, fishing, golf, wineries, and the Oregon coast