Lead Veterinary Anesthesia Technician

COVE Animal Health; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with match

Generous PTO + CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Pet care discounts

Paid volunteer time

Uniform allowance

Job summary

COVE Animal Health's Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia. This full-time role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus plus a $2,000 retention bonus, with four 10-hour days Mon-Fri and rotating weekends.

You will plan and administer anesthesia, monitor vitals, assist during procedures, manage perioperative pain, maintain records, and participate in ongoing CE.

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.

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 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.

Skills

Licensure CVT/LVT/RVT

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Multitasking

Patient care commitment

Job description

COVE Animal Health's Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia. This full-time role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus plus a $2,000 retention bonus, with four 10-hour days Mon-Fri and rotating weekends.

You will plan and administer anesthesia, monitor vitals, assist during procedures, manage perioperative pain, maintain records, and participate in ongoing CE.