Veterinary Technician - Surgery

BluePearl Vet, LLC·Middletown Township, Pennsylvania

$25 - $45/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Veterinary Technician - Surgery · $25 - $45/hr

How this role compares

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At the median vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Middletown Township, Pennsylvania ($25.00/hr, n=47)

$13.00/hr · lowesthighest · $210/hr

this role: $24.93/hrmedian $25.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 47 posted healthcare roles in Middletown Township, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about level with the Middletown Township, Pennsylvania median for similar positions.

The Veterinary Technician will assist in surgical procedures by formulating anesthetic plans, monitoring patient vitals, and managing anesthesia protocols. They are also responsible for patient care from pre-op through recovery, including medical record keeping and client communication.

BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our thriving Surgery department in Levittown, PA! *This role requires someone who can manage sit ASA III-V cases, TIVA or partial TIVA, place arterial lines, and place triple lumens.
Pay: $24.93 - $44.91 / hour This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience. Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum. For example: Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = +$3.50/hr. Shift Differential Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = +$3.50/hr. Shift Differential Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = +$5.00/hr. Shift Differential As a Surgery Veterinary Technician, you will: Assist in patient procedures using knowledge of anesthesia and analgesia related protocols and procedures, including formulating anesthetic plans tailored to individual patient needs. Monitor anesthesia, trouble shoot anesthetic complications, and make appropriate interventions. Intravenous catheter placement, endotracheal intubation, and anesthetic equipment use and maintenance. Perform physical exam; accurately counts pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort. Understand normal vital parameters and alerts doctor when abnormal. Set up intravenous fluids and CRI’s, operate all brands of fluid pumps and can trouble shoot errors. Continuous expansion of knowledge and skillset: advanced anesthetic skills including epidurals, difficult airway intubation, and critical case management. Comfortable with medical math. Ability to take patient through entire procedure from start to finish (pre-op, monitoring, post-op, and recovery) Manage appointments, obtain histories, medical record keeping, invoicing, patient discharges, etc. Monitor patient response to fluid therapy including signs of overload. Why BluePearl? We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and clear pathways for growth - all within a supportive, team-oriented culture that values your expertise. Here at BluePearl, your skills make a real impact. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day. We also offer:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more ‎
Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals - ‎Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support
Company-paid disability coverage
Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually
Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Requirements

Candidates must be skilled in managing complex ASA III-V cases, including TIVA, arterial line placement, and triple lumen placement. Proficiency in medical math and advanced anesthetic monitoring is required for this role.

professional certificate
Anesthesia monitoring
Intravenous catheter placement
Physical examination
Medical record keeping
Patient recovery
Patient discharge
Endotracheal intubation
Medical math
Surgical assistance
Arterial line placement
CRI administration
Critical case management
Anesthetic equipment maintenance
Fluid therapy management
Triple lumen placement
ASA III-V case management

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Referral bonuses
Paid parental leave
Mental health support
Pet insurance
Disability coverage
Free training
Annual CE allowance
Scrub allowance

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $25 - $45/hr
Location: Middletown Township, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 15, 2026
Application: Employer website

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