Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

About the role

At BluePearl Pet Hospital in Framingham, MA, our anesthesia team is growing! We're currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Veterinary Technician to join us at our brand new hospital!

Responsibilities

• Assist with advanced surgical and diagnostic procedures by developing and implementing patient-specific anesthesia and analgesia plans.
• Monitor anesthesia throughout procedures, recognize and troubleshoot anesthetic complications, and intervene appropriately to ensure patient safety.
• Independently manage patients throughout the entire perioperative process, including pre-operative preparation, anesthesia induction, intraoperative monitoring, post-operative recovery, and pain management.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including obtaining histories, physical examinations, vital sign monitoring, and identification of abnormal findings requiring clinician intervention.
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters, perform endotracheal intubation (including difficult airways), administer IV fluids and continuous rate infusions (CRIs), and operate and troubleshoot anesthetic and fluid therapy equipment.
• Maintain accurate medical records, coordinate appointments, facilitate patient discharges, and complete related medical documentation and invoicing.
• Demonstrate proficiency in medical calculations and continuously expand advanced technical skills, including epidural anesthesia, critical case management, and emerging anesthesia techniques.

Requirements

• Current licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Massachusetts.
• Experience with anesthesia and analgesia protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in medical calculations and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or related field.
• Completion of an accredited veterinary technician program.
• Current certification as a Veterinary Technician (VT) or equivalent.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of anesthesia and analgesia protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in medical calculations and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more.
• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals.
• Company-paid disability coverage.
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually.
• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses.

Pay

This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

Schedule

4x10 schedule