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Veterinary Surgery Technician positions can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when they require specialized veterinary technology training or a bachelor's degree. Most employers prefer candidates with veterinary technology degrees and surgical experience. Competition is moderate as veterinary clinics increasingly recognize the value of skilled surgical technicians. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsVeterinary Technician, Surgery | $28–$36/hour
Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts | Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6a-6p
Compensation: $28–$36/hour
Bulger Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Surgery to join our specialty team in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician with anesthesia and surgical experience to work alongside a board-certified surgeon while supporting advanced soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures.
If you’re passionate about surgery, anesthesia, and delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative specialty hospital, we’d love to meet you.
Compensation
- $28–$36/hour, based on experience, skill level, and certification
- Competitive compensation with growth opportunities based on experience and credentials
Full-Time Benefits:
- Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
- CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
- RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
- Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
- 16-Week VTNE Study Group
- Professional Development Assistance
- Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
- Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
- NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
- Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
- Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
Schedule
- Three 12-hour shifts per week
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6a-6p
- No weekends
About the Role
As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you’ll be an essential part of a collaborative team providing advanced surgical care to a wide variety of specialty cases. This role supports soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures while working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and hospital leadership.
Responsibilities
- Monitor anesthesia throughout surgical procedures, including induction, intubation, extubation, and recovery
- Calculate and administer anesthetic agents, CRIs, and fluid therapy
- Troubleshoot anesthesia and monitoring equipment as needed
- Prepare and collect blood samples for diagnostics
- Obtain and process pre-operative and post-operative radiographs
- Scrub in and assist during surgery
- Assist with procedures including:
+ Abdominal exploratory surgery
+ Cruciate repair
+ Fracture repair
+ Thoracotomy
+ Laparoscopic procedures
+ Arthroscopic procedures
- Monitor and assess patient vitals for awake, sedated, and anesthetized patients
- Maintain accurate medical records and surgical documentation
- Provide exceptional patient care and support throughout the surgical process
Qualifications
We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician who enjoys surgery and anesthesia and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program or equivalent hands-on experience
- 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Minimum 2 years of anesthesia experience in a veterinary setting
- Strong knowledge of anesthetic monitoring, CRIs, fluid therapy, and drug calculations
- Experience assisting in surgical procedures
- Strong medical recordkeeping and surgical documentation skills
- Ability to interpret medical records and apply findings to patient care
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) strongly preferred
- VTS candidates encouraged to apply
- Confidence with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance required
- Positive attitude with a collaborative and team-focused approach to patient care
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
About Bulger Veterinary Hospital
Bulger Veterinary Hospital is a multi-specialty and emergency veterinary hospital serving pets and families throughout Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Our hospital offers advanced diagnostics, specialty medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and collaborative treatment planning across services.
We are committed to helping veterinary technicians continue growing their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive team environment.
Surrounding Areas
Bulger Veterinary Hospital attracts veterinary professionals from across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, including:
- Lawrence, MA & Andover, MA
- North Andover, MA & Methuen, MA
- Haverhill, MA & Lowell, MA
- Dracut, MA & Tewksbury, MA
- Salem, NH & Windham, NH
- Nashua, NH & Derry, NH
- Manchester, NH & Boston North Shore communities
Many of our team members commute from surrounding areas throughout the Merrimack Valley, Greater Boston, and southern New Hampshire.
Considering Relocating?
Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Veterinary Technician, Surgery | $28–$36/hour
Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts | Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6a-6p
Compensation: $28–$36/hour
Bulger Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician, Surgery to join our specialty team in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician with anesthesia and surgical experience to work alongside a board-certified surgeon while supporting advanced soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures.
If you’re passionate about surgery, anesthesia, and delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative specialty hospital, we’d love to meet you.
Compensation
- $28–$36/hour, based on experience, skill level, and certification
- Competitive compensation with growth opportunities based on experience and credentials
Full-Time Benefits:
- Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
- CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
- RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
- Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
- 16-Week VTNE Study Group
- Professional Development Assistance
- Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
- Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
- NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
- Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
- Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
Schedule
- Three 12-hour shifts per week
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6a-6p
- No weekends
About the Role
As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you’ll be an essential part of a collaborative team providing advanced surgical care to a wide variety of specialty cases. This role supports soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures while working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and hospital leadership.
Responsibilities
- Monitor anesthesia throughout surgical procedures, including induction, intubation, extubation, and recovery
- Calculate and administer anesthetic agents, CRIs, and fluid therapy
- Troubleshoot anesthesia and monitoring equipment as needed
- Prepare and collect blood samples for diagnostics
- Obtain and process pre-operative and post-operative radiographs
- Scrub in and assist during surgery
- Assist with procedures including:
+ Abdominal exploratory surgery
+ Cruciate repair
+ Fracture repair
+ Thoracotomy
+ Laparoscopic procedures
+ Arthroscopic procedures
- Monitor and assess patient vitals for awake, sedated, and anesthetized patients
- Maintain accurate medical records and surgical documentation
- Provide exceptional patient care and support throughout the surgical process
Qualifications
We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician who enjoys surgery and anesthesia and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program or equivalent hands-on experience
- 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Minimum 2 years of anesthesia experience in a veterinary setting
- Strong knowledge of anesthetic monitoring, CRIs, fluid therapy, and drug calculations
- Experience assisting in surgical procedures
- Strong medical recordkeeping and surgical documentation skills
- Ability to interpret medical records and apply findings to patient care
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) strongly preferred
- VTS candidates encouraged to apply
- Confidence with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance required
- Positive attitude with a collaborative and team-focused approach to patient care
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
About Bulger Veterinary Hospital
Bulger Veterinary Hospital is a multi-specialty and emergency veterinary hospital serving pets and families throughout Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Our hospital offers advanced diagnostics, specialty medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and collaborative treatment planning across services.
We are committed to helping veterinary technicians continue growing their skills while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive team environment.
Surrounding Areas
Bulger Veterinary Hospital attracts veterinary professionals from across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, including:
- Lawrence, MA & Andover, MA
- North Andover, MA & Methuen, MA
- Haverhill, MA & Lowell, MA
- Dracut, MA & Tewksbury, MA
- Salem, NH & Windham, NH
- Nashua, NH & Derry, NH
- Manchester, NH & Boston North Shore communities
Many of our team members commute from surrounding areas throughout the Merrimack Valley, Greater Boston, and southern New Hampshire.
Considering Relocating?
Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Veterinary Surgery Technician
Target specialty veterinary hospitals
Large animal hospitals and specialty surgical centers are more likely to sponsor because they require advanced technical skills and formal veterinary technology education for complex procedures.
Emphasize surgical specialization
Highlight experience with specific surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, or advanced imaging. Specialized skills make the sponsorship case stronger than general veterinary assistant duties.
Get certified veterinary technician credentials
CVT or RVT certification from an AVMA-accredited program strengthens your sponsorship case by demonstrating the specialized knowledge required for the position.
Research state licensing requirements
Some states require veterinary technicians to be licensed. Understanding these requirements shows employers you're prepared to meet all legal obligations for the role.
Network through veterinary conferences
Attend NAVTA or state veterinary conferences to connect with practice managers and veterinarians who understand the value of skilled surgical technicians and visa sponsorship.
Consider emergency and critical care
Emergency veterinary hospitals often have higher turnover and greater need for skilled technicians, making them more open to sponsorship for qualified international candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a veterinary technology degree for H-1B sponsorship?
Most successful H-1B visa cases for Veterinary Surgery Technicians require an associate's or bachelor's degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program. Some employers accept related degrees in animal science or biology with relevant experience, but veterinary technology degrees provide the strongest foundation for demonstrating specialty occupation requirements.
Which veterinary employers are most likely to sponsor visas?
Specialty veterinary hospitals, emergency clinics, and large multi-location practices are most likely to sponsor because they have established HR processes and greater need for skilled technicians. University veterinary teaching hospitals and research facilities also frequently sponsor, especially for positions requiring advanced surgical or research skills.
How does veterinary technician licensing affect visa sponsorship?
State veterinary technician licensing can strengthen your H-1B case by demonstrating specialized requirements, but it varies by state. Some states like California and New York require licensing, while others don't. Employers often handle the licensing process during your visa application, but being familiar with state requirements shows preparedness.
What surgical experience makes me more competitive for sponsorship?
Experience with orthopedic procedures, soft tissue surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care is highly valued. Specialized skills like dental surgery, ophthalmic procedures, or experience with advanced imaging equipment make you more attractive to employers willing to invest in visa sponsorship.
How to find Veterinary Surgery Technician jobs with visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Veterinary Surgery Technician positions offering visa sponsorship. Focus on veterinary hospitals, animal clinics, research facilities, and agricultural companies that commonly sponsor H-1B, TN visa, or other work visas for skilled veterinary technicians. Filter results by sponsorship availability and target employers with established international hiring programs in the veterinary healthcare sector.
Can veterinary surgery technicians get green cards through employment?
Yes, veterinary surgery technicians can pursue green cards through EB-3 skilled worker category, though it requires PERM labor certification. The process typically takes 2-4 years depending on your country of birth. Some employers who sponsor H-1B visas are willing to continue with green card sponsorship for valuable employees.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Veterinary Surgery Technician jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.