Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Veterinary Surgical / Patient Care Assistant

Join Our Compassionate, High-Tech Team!

Location: Animal Medical Center Copperas Cove
Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time

Are you a detail oriented, animal loving veterinary assistant with a passion for surgery?
Animal Medical Center is seeking a Veterinary Surgical / Patient Care Assistant to join our skilled, supportive, and fast paced team.

In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering exceptional surgical and patient care from pre-operative preparation to post-operative recovery. If you thrive in the operating room, stay calm under pressure, and take pride in excellent patient outcomes, we would love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures (soft tissue, orthopedic, dental, etc.)
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals to ensure safety throughout procedures
• Prepare surgical suites and maintain sterile fields
• Provide pre- and post-operative patient care, including monitoring and recovery
• Accurately complete surgical monitoring forms and patient medical records
• Educate pet owners on post-surgical care instructions and medications

Required Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a clinical and surgical veterinary setting
• Hands-on surgical and anesthesia experience
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia protocols and monitoring equipment
• Proficient in CPR, intubation, ECG and pulse oximetry interpretation
• Experience with emergency drug administration and blood draws
• Excellent communication, critical-thinking, and teamwork skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and calm in high-pressure situations
• A genuine passion for animal care and patient advocacy

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee pet care discounts
• Supportive, fun, and team-oriented work environment

If you’re ready to grow your skills in a modern, compassionate veterinary practice and make a meaningful impact every day, we encourage you to apply and join our team!

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.  Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. 

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next 

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.