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-19% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Ross Township, Pennsylvania ($26.00/hr)
$20.00/hr · lowesthighest · $780/hr
this role: $21.10/hrmedian $26.00/hr
Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted healthcare roles in Ross Township, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 19% below the Ross Township, Pennsylvania median for similar positions.
The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting with surgical procedures, monitoring anesthesia, and providing post-operative care for patients. They also serve as a liaison between doctors and pet owners, ensuring clear communication and accurate medical documentation.
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Pittsburgh North is hiring an exceptional Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery Team.
Pay
$21.10 - $40.60 / hour This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through our CareerTrax leveling system. Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000, based on experience and applicable licensure. Eligible credentials include LVT, CVT, RVT, LVMT, or VTS. We also offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends. *Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum.
For example: Mon –
Fri: 6pm to 8am = $3.00
Shift
Differential
Sat &
Sun: 6pm to 8am = $4.50
Shift
Differential
Sat &
Sun: 8am to 6pm = $3.00 Shift Differential A BluePearl Surgery Technician is responsible for some post-operative client communication and must be able to work independently while contributing to a larger team goal. Prefer to have a minimum of two or more years of experience in a veterinary hospital. A rotating on call schedule is required once training has been completed.
As a
Surgery
Veterinary
Technician, you will perform the following: Outpatient Technician Admit patients to the hospital for surgical procedures, place IV catheters Facilitate new consult appointments and recheck exams Speak to clients to obtain patient history Restrain animals for exam and diagnostics Perform blood draws, take radiographs, obtain vitals Assist with bandage changes Recovery Monitor post-operative vitals to include pain score, mentation, temperature, pulse, respiration rate/effort, blood pressure, pulse oximetry Operate and trouble shoot fluid pumps, connect/disconnect patients Discharge post-op patients from the hospital Review paperwork, side effects, activity restrictions, and physical therapy exercises with owners Prepare medications as instructed or call medications in to outside pharmacy Answer client calls, address questions; serve as liaison between doctor and pet owner, ensure all updates and conversations are clearly documented in the medical record Monitor sedated patients for minor procedures or advanced diagnostics/imaging
Anesthesia
Technician: Once all outpatient responsibilities are mastered or for qualified candidates: Perform calculations for induction drugs, continuous rate infusions, and emergency drugs Properly and safely intubate and extubate animals Proficient in operating and monitoring patients on an anesthetic ventilator Place arterial catheters, prepare and assist with epidurals, local blocks, and other anesthetic techniques
Monitor anesthesia for routine, orthopedic, and emergency procedures: recognize normal vs. abnormal vitals and communicate with doctor for intervention Perform daily safety maintenance on anesthesia machines and systems Aseptically prep and prepare patients for various soft tissue and orthopedic procedures Assist and perform induction procedures Recognize various arrhythmias on ECG and communicate with doctor Complete Recover CPR training modules and be prepared to apply to real life situations Maintains surgical readiness by identifying and handling instruments appropriately, preparing and wrapping surgical packs, and performing sterilization using both autoclave and gas systems *
Requirements
Candidates must hold relevant credentials such as LVT, CVT, RVT, LVMT, or VTS and possess at least two years of experience in a veterinary hospital. Proficiency in surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and patient care is required.
professional certificate
CPR
Radiography
Medical record documentation
Medication administration
Anesthesia monitoring
Client communication
Blood draws
Patient recovery
Fluid pump operation
IV catheter placement
ECG interpretation
Patient restraint
Veterinary surgery
Surgical instrument sterilization
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Parental leave
Continuing education allowance
Pet insurance
Floating holidays
Social worker support
Pet treatment discounts
Retirement planning
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$21 - $41/hr
Location
Ross Township, Pennsylvania
Posted
Sep 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
Structured anesthesia training is offered with a dedicated mentor. Once fully trained, anesthesia technicians will participate in on-call responsibilities. Why BluePearl? Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food. We encourage you to grow with us. Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career. To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals. We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options. Parental leave benefits Flexible work schedules 401k and retirement planning Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans A regional licensed social worker who can provide guidance, advice, and tips/tricks on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while working in a fast-paced emergency and specialty care environment We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets 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.
Market context
Surgery tech roles stay competitive in Pennsylvania
Veterinary Technician - Surgery positions in Pennsylvania often draw steady demand from clinics and specialty hospitals that need support for surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-op care. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with at least two years of veterinary hospital experience, recognized credentials such as LVT, CVT, RVT, LVMT, or VTS, and availability for rotating on-call schedules. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credential fit and on-call availability before applying.
