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Surgery Technician – Soft Tissue & Orthopaedics
Location: Edison Business Park, Hindle Way, Off Dorcan Way, Swindon, Wiltshire Practice: Eastcott Veterinary Referrals Practice Details
If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.
Surgery Technician – Soft Tissue & Orthopaedics
Fixed Term Contract | Full Time
About the role
We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Surgery Technician to support our Soft Tissue and Orthopaedic surgery team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of theatre, working closely with an experienced team of vets, nurses and technicians to deliver safe, efficient and high-quality surgical care.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, precision and teamwork, and who takes pride in maintaining high standards in theatre. You will play a key role in patient preparation, infection control, instrument care and stock management, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the surgical suite.
If you enjoy being relied upon, working methodically, and contributing directly to patient outcomes, this role offers real responsibility and purpose.
Why apply for this role?
- Be a core member of the surgical team, supporting both soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures
- Work in a close-knit, supportive environment where your role is valued and visible
- Gain hands-on experience in theatre workflow, instrument care and surgical preparation
- Clear protocols, structure and routine, with variety across procedures and cases
- Opportunity to develop skills through ongoing training and development
Key qualities we’re looking for
- Strong communicator and reliable team player
- Proactive, hard-working and calm under pressure
- Comfortable working in a clinical and theatre environment
- Adaptable, organised and detail-focused
- Polite, professional and supportive of colleagues at all times
Key responsibilities
- Assist with patient handling and restraint, with awareness of patient temperament
- Prepare patients for surgical procedures
- Prepare, clean and maintain theatres and surgical areas
- Pack surgical kits and manage autoclaving in line with practice policy
- Care for and maintain surgical instruments, including specialist equipment
- Maintain accurate records of soft tissue and orthopaedic kits
- Support infection control through cleaning, laundry and waste disposal
- Monitor stock levels and manage ordering of supplies
- Support vets, nurses, and wider team as required
- Attend and contribute to practice meetings
- Undertake training and development to meet personal and practice objectives
Shift pattern
- 5 days per week, Monday to Friday
- Rotating shifts: 7am–3pm / 9am–5pm / 12pm–8pm
- 40 hours per week
- 12-month fixed term contract
At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.
We would love to hear from you, please contact Purvi Kataria at purvi.kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk if you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further.
Eastcott Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.
At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets.
We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.
All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Eastcott Vets , Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at purvi.kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk
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