Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Position Title: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Reports To: Medical Director / Practice Manager Department: Clinical Team

Position Summary: The Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) is responsible for providing high-quality patient care, supporting veterinarians during appointments and procedures, performing technical nursing duties, and ensuring safe anesthesia and surgical patient management. This role combines responsibilities in both exam room and surgical settings and serves as a key clinical resource within the hospital.

Treatments & Procedures: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian. Place and maintain intravenous intravenous, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections. Perform radiographs and assist with diagnostic imaging. Assist with wound care, bandage changes, and nursing hospitalized and outpatient treatment Communication & Education Review treatment plans and estimates with clients. Educate clients on medications, home care instructions, and preventive care. Provide discharge instructions and answer client questions. Ensure clients understand recommended diagnostics and Records Maintain accurate and complete medical records. Document diagnostics, treatments, medications, and patient responses. Complete assigned tasks and follow-ups within the practice management system (PIMS).Surgery Responsibilities Surgical Preparation Review surgical schedule and patient records. Verify consent forms and treatment plans. Perform pre-anesthetic patient assessments. Collect and process pre-operative laboratory work. Calculate anesthetic and surgical drug dosages. Place intravenous catheters and initiate fluid therapy. Induce anesthesia under veterinary supervision. Prepare and clip surgical sites utilizing aseptic technique.

Anesthesia Monitoring: Monitor patients throughout anesthesia and recovery. Record and track: heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation (SpO2), end-tidal CO2 (ETCO2), temperature, anesthetic depth. Identify and respond appropriately to anesthetic anesthetic support as directed by the veterinarian.

Surgical Assistance: Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures. Maintain sterile technique at all times. Prepare and organize surgical instruments and supplies. Assist with patient positioning and surgical setup. Ensure all equipment is functioning properly before procedures.

Recovery & Post-Operative Care: Closely monitor patient recovery from anesthesia. Administer post-operative medications as prescribed. Assess pain levels and patient comfort. Document recovery observations and discharge instructions to clients.

Surgical Suite Maintenance: Clean and disinfect surgical and treatment areas. Sterilize instruments and maintain surgical packs. Monitor surgery inventory and supply levels. Ensure compliance with hospital sanitation and safety standards.

Leadership & Team Support: Serve as a clinical resource for assistants and support staff. Assist with training and mentoring veterinary assistants. Promote efficient patient flow and hospital professionalism and a positive team environment. Support hospital initiatives, protocols, and standards of care.