Anesthesia Veterinary Technician - Fast-Paced Specialty Team

Aercmn; Oakdale (MN); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) in Oakdale, MN is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician specialized in anesthesia to join our fast-paced specialty team.

You will monitor anesthesia in multi-species cases, maintain records, assist with induction and blocks, and collaborate with veterinarians. A.A.S/B.S in Vet Tech preferred; CVT/RVT/LVT credentials encouraged. We offer ongoing learning and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferred.
• Strong math skills and comfort with CRIs and drug calculations.
• Solid understanding of anesthetic drugs, monitoring, and side effects.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in high-stress situations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage anesthesia for stable and critical patients.
• Maintain accurate anesthetic records and interpret vitals.
• Prepare, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain anesthesia equipment.
• Assist with induction, intubation, injections, blocks, and epidurals.
• Assess pain and support multimodal analgesia plans.
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and specialty teams.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sterile anesthesia and surgical environment.

Skills

Math skills

CRIs and drug calculations

Anesthesia knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

A.A.S or B.S in Veterinary Technology

AVMA accreditation (a plus)

Job description

Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) in Oakdale, MN is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician specialized in anesthesia to join our fast-paced specialty team.

You will monitor anesthesia in multi-species cases, maintain records, assist with induction and blocks, and collaborate with veterinarians. A.A.S/B.S in Vet Tech preferred; CVT/RVT/LVT credentials encouraged. We offer ongoing learning and a supportive environment.