Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

Job Description

Job Description

Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia— Hickory Veterinary & Specialty Hospital

Plymouth Meeting, PA | Full Time

**$5,000 sign-on bonus + 2,000 retention bonus**

Schedule & Pay

• Four 10-hour shifts with one weekend day/month
• Starting at $22 - $26/hr, commensurate with experience and licensure

Why Hickory

Medical/Dental/Vision • 401k with match • PTO + CE allowance • Tuition reimbursement • Paid Lunch Breaks • Pet care discounts • Pet food discounts • Paid volunteer time • Uniform allowance

What You’ll Do

• Plan and prepare individualized anesthesia protocols in collaboration with a veterinary anesthesiologist and other specialists.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia , using advanced equipment to track vital signs, depth of anesthesia, and patient comfort.
• Assist during surgical and diagnostic procedures , anticipating the needs of the veterinary team and adapting to rapid changes in patient status.
• Manage perioperative pain control , administering medications and monitoring pain levels to ensure patient comfort.
• Help maintain accurate records of anesthesia protocols, drug usage, and patient responses to ensure consistent and informed care.
• Maintain a calm, organized workspace , ensuring quick access to necessary supplies and troubleshooting equipment as needed.
• Engage in continuing education and case discussions , keeping abreast of the latest anesthesia protocols, monitoring techniques, and best practices.

What You Bring

• CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred
• Anesthesia experience required
• Solid understanding of veterinary medical terminology, medications, and disease processes
• Strong communication skills for client education and team collaboration
• Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• A commitment to providing exceptional patient and client care

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Hickory Pet Inn/COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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