Surgical Veterinary Technician

Wasatch Hollow Animal Hospital

Surgical Veterinary Technician

Ogden, UT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Wasatch Hollow Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited small animal hospital seeking two skilled Surgical Veterinary Technicians to join our surgery-focused team. This position is ideal for technicians who thrive in anesthesia, surgical prep, and advanced procedures and who take pride in high-standard patient care.

    Surgery Schedule

    Monday–Friday

    Typically 3–4 surgical cases per day

    No routine weekend surgery

    We’re seeking technicians with prior hands-on experience in:

    General anesthesia & patient monitoring

    Surgical preparation & sterile technique

    IV catheter placement, intubation, and anesthetic calculations

    Intra-operative monitoring (ECG, capnography, BP, SpO₂, temperature)

    Medication administration and dosing accuracy

    Advanced Experience (Strongly Preferred)

    Advanced dentistry, including dental radiographs

    Orthopedic procedures and familiarity with orthopedic instrumentation

    Endoscopy

    Assisting in advanced or specialty-level surgical procedures

    We offer flexibility for the right candidates:

    7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 4 days/week

    8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., 4 days/week

    Our Standards

    As an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) hospital, we follow structured protocols, high anesthesia standards, and evidence-based medicine. Attention to detail, consistency, and patient advocacy are essential in this role.

    The Ideal Candidate

    Is confident, calm, and detail-oriented in surgery

    Works well in a collaborative surgical environment

    Values protocols and best practices

    Is comfortable managing anesthesia from induction to recovery

    Brings a proactive, team-focused mindset

    Compensation & Benefits

    Competitive pay based on experience

    Insurance (Dental & Vision included), Simple IRA w/ Employer Match, Pet Insurance & Benefits, Scrub Allowance