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
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
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
Working knowledge of surgical instruments, sterilization processes, and veterinary medical terminology
Founded in 1989 and developing rapidly, Fairfield Equine Associates has gained a world-wide reputation as one of the finest equine medical practices in the world.
Receiving national and international recognition for excellence in the care and treatment of the sport horse, we have been proud to serve the United States Equestrian Team at multiple Olympic Games and other international events for the past four decades.
In November of 2000, Fairfield Equine opened a state-of-the-art equine hospital in Newtown, Connecticut. With a highly-trained staff and the latest technologic advancements, equine veterinary care of the highest caliber and most advanced level are routinely provided to the horses entrusted to us.
We recognize that our ability to provide premium care to our patients consists of a few key ingredients: our staff, our clients and our referring veterinarians. We are dedicated to exceeding our clients' expectations while providing compassionate health care for their horses.
