Anesthesia Vet Tech | Lead Surgical Team & Growth

Ethos Veterinary Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Employee Assistance Program

Pet discount

Paid time off

Uniforms provided

Credentialing sponsorship

Onsite CE events

VTNE study group

Job summary

Avets, located in Monroeville near Pittsburgh, hires a Veterinary Technician for anesthesia. The role supports surgical, diagnostic, and interventional procedures with hands-on anesthesia, patient monitoring, and record-keeping.

Relies on RVT credentials or equivalent veterinary assistant experience, with opportunities for leadership and growth within a cutting-edge, 19,000-square-foot hospital. Compensation ranges from $27–$34 per hour, dependent on experience, with higher pay for VTNS

Qualifications

• At least two years of veterinary technician experience in a surgical or anesthesia-focused role.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or veterinary assistant background required.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary surgery, anesthesia, analgesia, and patient monitoring.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.
• Ability to delegate, set expectations, and maintain fast-paced workflow.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with surgeons and teams across Surgery, Anesthesia, ICU, ER, and specialty services to ensure smooth case flow.
• Prepare for procedures, maintain sterile processes, and manage patient discharges.
• Provide hands-on surgical and anesthesia support within your scope of practice.
• Monitor patients for anesthesia risks, troubleshoot complications, and coordinate interventions.
• Maintain accurate anesthesia records in Smart Flow and ezyVet.

Skills

Anesthesia experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

RVT certification

Tools

ezyVet

Smart Flow

Job description

Avets, located in Monroeville near Pittsburgh, hires a Veterinary Technician for anesthesia. The role supports surgical, diagnostic, and interventional procedures with hands-on anesthesia, patient monitoring, and record-keeping.

Relies on RVT credentials or equivalent veterinary assistant experience, with opportunities for leadership and growth within a cutting-edge, 19,000-square-foot hospital. Compensation ranges from $27–$34 per hour, dependent on experience, with higher pay for VTNS