Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery

$30–40/hour $2,500 sign- on bonus for qualified candidates

Full-time opportunity in Annapolis, Maryland

4x10s | 8am - 6pm | Rotating on- call schedule

Hiring both Anesthesia and Surgery Registered Veterinary Technicians | RVT/ CVT/ LVT

Make an impact caring for critically ill and post-operative surgical patients in a specialty hospital where your technical expertise truly matters. At Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists, you'll work alongside board-certified surgeons in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.

• Competitive compensation of $30–40/hour based on experience and skill set.
• $2,500 sign-on bonus.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• CE allowance and professional development support, including free Vet Bloom (RACE-approved CE) access.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Retirement savings options, including 401(k) with employer matching.
• Uniform (scrub) allowance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Employee pet discounts.
• Life and disability insurance.

• Day shift
• Four 10-hour shifts per week
• 8am - 6pm
• Rotating on- call schedule

• Deliver exceptional nursing care for post-operative and critically ill surgical patients in the ICU.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and specialty teams to provide outstanding patient care.
• Monitor patients closely and recognize changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment.
• Calculate drug dosages and administer intravenous medications and fluid therapy accurately.
• Monitor ECGs and identify abnormal cardiac rhythms.
• Assess patients for pulse deficits and changes in cardiovascular status.
• Manage feeding tubes, chest tubes, urinary bladder expression, and jugular catheter maintenance.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and phlebotomy.
• Prioritize patient care while working independently in a fast-paced, high-intensity ICU environment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate effectively with the clinical team.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

• Minimum of one year of ICU experience as a Veterinary Technician.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred but not required. Applicants with strong ICU experience will be considered.
• Strong critical thinking skills and commitment to exceptional nursing care.
• Experience calculating drug dosages and administering IV medications and fluids.
• Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and advanced patient monitoring.
• Experience with ECG interpretation, feeding tubes, chest tube maintenance, and critical patient nursing care.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while remaining calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

At Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll join a team dedicated exclusively to advanced surgical care. Our ICU technicians play an essential role in delivering exceptional nursing care to post-operative and critical patients while collaborating closely with board-certified surgeons and specialists across multiple disciplines.

Our Annapolis hospital shares a 28,000-square-foot specialty facility with Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Rehabilitation, Radiation Oncology, and a 24-hour emergency hospital, providing exposure to complex cases and an outstanding collaborative learning environment.

Located on Maryland's scenic Chesapeake…