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Veterinary Technician: Surgery - Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists

Largo, Florida

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus!

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists is looking for an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

Who We Are
Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is the longest-standing Emergency and Specialty hospital in the Tampa Bay area. Our hospital is built on collaboration, advanced medicine, and a commitment to exceptional patient care. Our Emergency and Specialty teams work closely together to achieve the best outcomes for our patients while delivering outstanding experiences for the families who trust us with their pets.

We offer advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities including surgery, arthroscopy, radiology, ultrasound, and more. Our team is passionate about continuous learning, professional growth, and maintaining a supportive environment where veterinary professionals can thrive.

At Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists, we believe the best patient care happens when our team members feel supported both professionally and personally. We are committed to fostering a positive culture and promoting a healthy work/life balance.

Join Our Surgery Team

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists is seeking an experienced Surgery Veterinary Technician to join our growing specialty team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

In this role, you will work alongside skilled surgeons and a highly trained surgical support team, assisting with a wide range of advanced procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys complex cases, values teamwork, and wants to fully utilize their technical and anesthesia skills in a specialty setting.

Our surgery technicians play a critical role in patient safety, surgical efficiency, and exceptional peri-operative care.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare patients for surgery including pre-anesthetic assessment and surgical site preparation

• Induce, maintain, and monitor anesthesia for a variety of advanced surgical procedures, including managing constant rate infusions (CRI) and utilizing mechanical ventilation when indicated.

• Assist surgeons during procedures while maintaining strict sterile technique

• Closely monitor patient vitals and anesthesia throughout procedures and recovery

• Provide attentive post-operative monitoring and nursing care

• Prepare and maintain surgical suites, instruments, and sterile packs

• Perform in-house diagnostics including radiographs, bloodwork, and other testing as needed

• Maintain detailed anesthesia records and medical documentation

• Communicate with clients regarding surgical admissions, discharges, and patient updates

• Collaborate with veterinarians and hospital staff to ensure smooth workflow and excellent patient outcomes

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Veterinary Technician with a strong interest in surgery and anesthesia

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty environment

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care

Why Join Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists?

• Work with an experienced specialty surgery team

• Exposure to advanced procedures and complex cases

• Supportive, collaborative hospital culture

• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development

• A workplace that prioritizes both excellent medicine and team well-being

You’ll Grow With Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits - our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period to enroll
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete

Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care.

Our Support Office teams power that mission by supporting our hospitals through operational excellence, innovative programs, people-centered culture, and forward-thinking business solutions - all while having plenty of fun along the way.

We nurture pets & people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care-and we are united by a shared set of values.

• Service - delivering exceptional service
• Empathy - leading with care
• Accountability - achieve meaningful outcomes
• Joy - be a source of light
• Exploration - learn to fuel growth
• Team - connect for success

Read more about us here.
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