NVA General Practice

Veterinary Technician - Surgery

LUCAS, TXPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from NVA General Practice

  • Job overview

    The Veterinary Technician - Surgery role involves assisting veterinarians in surgical and medical procedures to ensure high-quality animal care within the clinic.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The technician will assist in exams and surgeries, perform animal restraint, maintain medical records, administer treatments, monitor animal health, educate pet owners, keep the clinic clean, and support critical care efforts.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have knowledge of animal anatomy, restraint techniques, kennel operations, veterinary practices including critical care, and safe animal handling; pet care experience is preferred.

Company overview

NVA General Practice is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA), one of the world’s largest veterinary and pet care organizations, operating a network of general practice veterinary hospitals across North America and beyond. The company provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for companion animals, generating revenue through veterinary services, diagnostics, and pet wellness products. Founded in 1996, NVA has grown significantly through acquisitions and partnerships, emphasizing local hospital autonomy while offering centralized support in areas like HR, marketing, and technology. Candidates should know NVA values collaboration, professional development, and maintaining the unique culture of each practice within its network. The organization’s scale and resources offer employees opportunities for growth, learning, and impact within the veterinary field.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your hands-on experience with surgical assistance, animal restraint techniques, and administering medications, as these are core to the Veterinary Technician - Surgery role at NVA General Practice.

  • Highlight your knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, and critical care protocols, and include any experience maintaining medical records and educating pet owners to align with the job responsibilities.

  • Apply through multiple channels such as NVA General Practice’s corporate career site, LinkedIn, and reputable veterinary job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current veterinary technicians or team members at NVA General Practice on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on their posts about animal care or asking about the clinic’s approach to surgical support and patient safety.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords like 'surgical assistance,' 'animal restraint,' 'medical documentation,' 'critical care,' and 'veterinary protocols' directly from the job description to increase screening success.

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