Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia

Anesthesia Technician

The Charleston Veterinary Referral Center is hiring a full-time Anesthesia Technician to join our growing specialty team!

Compensation: $2434/hr based on experience and skill level Schedule: Full-time, Day Shifts Monday - Friday

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
• And more!

CVRC, located in beautiful Charleston, SC, is one of the few VECCS Level 1 certified facilities in South Carolina! Our emergency center is staffed 24/7/365 to always support our community. Specialty services offered at CVRC include critical care, cardiology, internal medicine, medical oncology (radiation oncology coming soon!), anesthesia, neurology & neurosurgery, rehabilitation, soft tissue & orthopedic surgery. Our hospital is a newly renovated 32,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility and houses MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and digital radiographs for advanced diagnostic imaging.

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.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced specialty environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care during complex procedures.

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.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, medications, and monitoring tools for treatments
• Perform pre-anesthetic assessments and administer anesthesia following established protocols
• Monitor and adjust anesthesia while tracking vital patient parameters during procedures
• Provide post-anesthesia recovery care and monitor patients for complications
• Position and prepare patients for radiation therapy and diagnostic imaging procedures
• 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
• Prepare patient histories, estimates, discharge instructions, and treatment summaries
• Collaborate with veterinary teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care

About You:

You are a skilled Veterinary Technician with a strong foundation in anesthesia and patient monitoring who enjoys working in a collaborative specialty setting. You take pride in precision, remain calm in high-acuity cases, and are passionate about providing compassionate care. You value teamwork, continuous learning, and contributing to a supportive hospital culture.

At CVRC, we have built an inclusive, collaborative environment where our teams celebrate wins together and support each other through challenges. You will work alongside specialists using state-of-the-art equipment while expanding your technical skill set daily.

It's more than a job it's a calling. Join us in elevating patient care and changing lives.