Equine Surgery Technician

Equine Surgery Technician Newtown, CT Job Details Full-time From $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits License reimbursement Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Direct patient care Medical equipment sterilization Maintaining an organized workspace Veterinary Technician Certification Veterinary experience Treatment of fractures Mid-level Surgery Surgical instruments Perioperative care Medical equipment cleaning Stocking Clean workspace maintenance Equine experience Medical terminology Post-operative care Veterinary terminology Animal restraint Full Job Description Equine Surgery Technician Fairfield Equine - Newtown, CT Fairfield Equine is excited to welcome a skilled and motivated Equine Surgery Technician to our team in Newtown, Connecticut . We are a multi-doctor equine sports medicine practice offering advanced diagnostics and surgical care. This position is a key part of our surgical team and plays an important role in delivering exceptional patient care. This is a great opportunity for a technician who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a practice that values teamwork, professionalism, and high-quality veterinary medicine. Schedule Full-time, Monday-Friday Overtime as needed based on surgical caseload On-call responsibilities required Qualifications 3-5 years of veterinary experience , preferably in equine medicine Surgical experience strongly preferred

LVT/CVT/RVT

preferred Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours) Ability to lift at least 50 lbs Comfortable handling a variety of horses including sport horses, racehorses, stallions, draft breeds, minis, donkeys, and youngstock Working knowledge of surgical instruments, sterilization processes, and veterinary medical terminology Strong equine handling and restraint skills Responsibilities Prepare and organize the surgery suite for elective and emergency procedures Serve as the primary circulating surgery technician Assist with patient preparation , including clipping and surgical site preparation Maintain strict sterile technique and support surgeons during procedures Clean and sterilize surgical instruments and prepare surgical packs Maintain a clean, organized surgery suite between procedures Restock surgical supplies and communicate equipment or inventory needs Assist with post-operative care , bandage changes, and radiographs Provide support in other areas of the practice when needed, including hospital, imaging, pharmacy, or ambulatory services Types of Procedures Our surgery team performs a variety of elective and emergency procedures , including: Arthroscopy, tenoscopy, and bursoscopy Castrations Fracture repair and screw placement Neurectomy and fasciotomy Sinus and mass removal surgeries Laparoscopy and arthrodesis Colic surgery Septic joint treatment Emergency fracture and laceration repair Why Join Fairfield Equine? Fairfield Equine is a well-established equine sports medicine practice committed to providing exceptional care while fostering a supportive, team-oriented work environment . Our team works closely together and takes pride in delivering high-quality medicine while supporting each other throughout the day. If you are an experienced equine technician who enjoys surgery and wants to grow within a dynamic practice, we would love to hear from you.

Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account License reimbursement Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person