Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia — Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital
Plymouth Meeting, PA | Full-Time
**$5,000 Sign-on Bonus + $2,000 Retention Bonus**
Compensation
- Starting at $26 - $32/hr, depending on experience and credentials
- Four 10 hour days Mon-Fri with rotating weekend days
- Occasional holidays
Why HVSH
Medical/dental/vision • 401(k) with match • Generous PTO + CE allowance • Tuition reimbursement • Mental health support • Pet care 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
- Leadership experience with the ability to coordinate surgical workflow, support team members, and oversee the flow of a busy surgical day across multiple doctors
Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.
Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital/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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