Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

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

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Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia — Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital

Plymouth Meeting, PA | Full-Time

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus + $2,000 Retention Bonus

Compensation

• Starting at $26 - $32/hr, depending on experience and credentials
• Four 10 hour days Mon-Fri with rotating weekend days
• Occasional holidays

Why HVSH

• Medical/dental/vision
• 401(k) with match
• Generous PTO + CE allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental health support
• Pet care discounts
• Paid volunteer time
• Uniform allowance

What You'll Do

• 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.

What You Bring

• CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred
• Solid understanding of veterinary medical 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
• A commitment to providing exceptional patient and client care
• Leadership experience with the ability to coordinate surgical workflow, support team members, and oversee the flow of a busy surgical day across multiple doctors

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital/COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.