Dental Vet Tech — Anesthesia Lead in Specialty Dentistry

Mission Pet Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Educational assistance

Teladoc access

Pet discounts

Job summary

The Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina in Durham seeks a Credentialed Dentistry Veterinary Technician to join a specialty team delivering advanced dental services and oral surgery.

You will lead anesthesia, monitor patients, perform dental radiography and charting, and mentor assistants in a patient-centered practice that emphasizes continuing education and high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• A current state veterinary technician license in good standing.
• Experience in dentistry, anesthesia, or a specialty/referral environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, drug calculation, dental radiography, phlebotomy, and IV catheter placement.
• A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
• The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs, with comfort in prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Lead Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring: monitor patients under general anesthesia and escalate concerns as needed.
• Ensure Precise Drug Calculation and Administration: calculate, prepare, and administer anesthetic agents and other meds with precise dosing.
• Perform Dental Procedures and Charting: perform cleanings, radiographs, charting, and assist with extractions and oral surgery.
• Perform Phlebotomy and Diagnostics: conduct venipuncture, collect samples, place IV catheters, and assist with diagnostics.
• Provide Post-Procedure and Critical Care: manage recovery, monitor for complications, and provide pain management.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: discharge patients with home care instructions and support client services.
• Drive Operational Excellence and Mentorship: maintain medical records and mentor veterinary assistants.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug calculation

Dental radiography

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program

State veterinary technician license in good standing

Job description

The Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina in Durham seeks a Credentialed Dentistry Veterinary Technician to join a specialty team delivering advanced dental services and oral surgery.

You will lead anesthesia, monitor patients, perform dental radiography and charting, and mentor assistants in a patient-centered practice that emphasizes continuing education and high ethical standards.