Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia

About the role

The Anesthesia Technician works to provide specialized, high-quality care to our patients undergoing anesthetic procedures. This role is highly technical and patient-focused, requiring strong anesthesia skills, advanced monitoring capabilities, and collaboration across multiple specialty teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, medications, and monitoring tools for treatments
• Perform pre-anesthetic assessments and administer anesthesia following established protocols
• Maintain accurate anesthesia logs, medical records, and treatment documentation
• Assist with radiographs, CT, and MRI positioning and image submission
• Educate and communicate with clients regarding treatments, medications, and aftercare instructions
• Position and prepare patients for radiation therapy and diagnostic imaging procedures
• Collaborate with veterinary teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of Veterinary Technician experience (general practice, ECC, or specialty)
• LVT certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of anesthesia experience, required. Three years or more, preferred
• Strong anesthesia, airway management, and patient monitoring skills
• Ability to perform IV catheter placement and manage complex or critical cases
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
• Effective communication skills with doctors, clients, and team members
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to high-quality patient care
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Employer Paid Pet insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid sick time
• Prioritization of work-life balance
• 401k planning with employer matching structure
• Tuition reimbursement assistance for those looking to enroll in tech school and obtain LVT
• Financial support for those pursuing their VTS certification
• Out-of-state license transfer costs covered by CVRC, relocation assistance available when applicable
• CE Benefits