Advanced Anesthesia Technician/Lead Anesthesia Trainer

Position Overview

The anesthesia technician is responsible for monitoring anesthetized patients across a wide range of specialty services—from stable patients undergoing elective diagnostic procedures to critically ill patients requiring lifesaving surgery. This role offers a high level of autonomy and the opportunity to continually develop advanced anesthesia and nursing skills. Anesthesia technicians work closely with surgeons, oncologists, and the Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Set the standard for professionalism, patient care, and client service
• Coordinate, organize, and lead anesthesia-focused training programs
• Train and mentor veterinary staff in technical skills and industry best practices
• Audit staff skill levels and develop tailored training plans
• Evaluate anesthetic risk and anticipate patient needs
• Administer medications, fluids, CRIs, analgesics, and blood products as indicated
• Accurately calculate medication dosages and fluid boluses
• Perform IV catheter placement, anesthetic induction, and endotracheal intubation
• Utilize advanced monitoring equipment and respond appropriately to patient parameters
• Operate anesthetic ventilators, rebreathing, and non-rebreathing systems
• Provide thorough post-anesthetic patient care

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a specialty and/or emergency veterinary setting
• Associate degree in Veterinary Technology or related field
• Active veterinary technician license required (VTS in Anesthesia or ECC strongly preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong veterinary knowledge and technical skill set
• Caregiving, patient-focused mindset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations

Benefits and Perks (for Full Time)

• Employer paid medical insurance premiums, AND paid deductible for employees!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• 401K with company match
• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000
• PTO and Holiday pay
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Veterinary Social Worker on-site
• Ambitious paid CE opportunities on-site, as well as CE stipend for Certified Technicians
• Performance, skills, and compensation review every 6 months
• Snacks delivered to the break room on weekends
• Catered lunch and dinner on holidays and (summer) weekend shifts
• Uniform allowance
• Competitive Pay: CVT $30 to $35 VTS $34 to $39

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www.bsvess.com/careers

BSVESS is located just 15 minutes from Providence, RI in Swansea, MA. BSVESS has moved into a completely renovated 36,000-sf facility. The new facility has dedicated areas for emergency and specialty services. Current specialties include Internal Medicine, Emergency/Critical Care, Surgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology. Future specialties to include Cardiology, Radiology, Ophthalmology, and more!

Specialized equipment includes telemetry, endoscopy, CT scanner, ultrasound, and linear accelerator. We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.