Lead Vet Tech - Anesthesia | 4x10s, Sign-On

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Inc; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

PTO + CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Pet care discounts

Volunteer time

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates seeks a Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia at Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA. This full-time role focuses on planning, administering, and monitoring advanced anesthesia with perioperative care.

You will collaborate with veterinarians and specialists, design individualized anesthesia protocols, maintain precise records, and participate in continuing education. A sign-on bonus and retention bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred.
• Solid understanding of veterinary 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.
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient and client care.
• Leadership experience coordinating surgical workflow across multiple doctors.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare individualized anesthesia protocols in collaboration with a veterinary anesthesiologist and other specialists.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia using advanced equipment to track vitals and depth of anesthesia.
• Assist during surgical and diagnostic procedures, adapting to changes in patient status.
• Manage perioperative pain control and monitor patient comfort.
• Maintain accurate records of anesthesia protocols, drug usage, and patient responses.
• Maintain a calm, organized workspace and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Engage in continuing education and case discussions to stay current.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT licensure

Veterinary terminology

Client communication

Organization and multitasking

Leadership experience

Exceptional patient care

Job description

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates seeks a Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia at Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA. This full-time role focuses on planning, administering, and monitoring advanced anesthesia with perioperative care.

You will collaborate with veterinarians and specialists, design individualized anesthesia protocols, maintain precise records, and participate in continuing education. A sign-on bonus and retention bonus are offered.