Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Inc; Plymouth Township, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; 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

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician – Anesthesia to join our surgical and anesthesia team. The role offers a $5,000 sign‑on bonus plus a $2,000 retention bonus and a schedule of four 10‑hour days.

You will plan and administer anesthesia, monitor patients, support complex procedures, and participate in continuing education. We provide medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) match, generous PTO and CE allowances, tuition reimbursement,

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred.
• Strong understanding of veterinary terminology, medications and diseases.
• Excellent communication skills for client education and team collaboration.
• Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to exceptional patient and client care.
• Leadership experience coordinating surgical workflow.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare individualized anesthesia protocols with a veterinary anesthesiologist and other specialists.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia with advanced equipment to track vitals and patient comfort.
• Assist during surgical and diagnostic procedures, adapting to changes in patient status.
• Manage perioperative pain control and administer medications.
• Maintain accurate records of anesthesia protocols, drug usage, and patient responses.
• Maintain a calm, organized workspace and ensure quick access to supplies.
• Engage in continuing education and case discussions to stay updated.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT licensure

Veterinary terminology

Communication skills

Multitasking

Patient and client care

Leadership experience

Job description

We’re always looking for passionate, knowledgeable, and all around great people who specialize in the many areas of veterinary services. We take care of our team so they can focus on the care of patients. Our extraordinary team has a shared passion to create an inclusive and diverse environment where we grow together, restore together, and celebrate together. With a variety of backgrounds, ideas, and expertise, we are a team of empathetic individuals with a passion for healing.

Competitive Compensation

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) continually stays up to date on the industry rates and standards so that we can reward our team members with competitive salaries.

With hard work and dedication, MVA will help you grow and develop with education assistance programs as well as a multitude of internal growth opportunities.

Time Off

Time off is important to health and wellbeing, and we offer a generous amount. We know that time spent out of the office doing what you want is what you need.

Continuing Education Compensation

In our animal care field it’s important that we stay tuned into medical advances and technologies. All of our team members are compensated for their continued education.

Multiple Health-Care Packages

All of our team members have a wide variety of Health-Care package options so that they can chose the plan that works best for them.

Employee Pet Accounts

Your pets are our family too. All of our team members are invited to create employee pet accounts for their pet family members so that they too can stay healthy and happy.

Find Career Opportunities With Us

We are continuously looking for a team of friendly and compassionate professionals to contribute to our continued goal. We chose to place patient care and communication first and treat every pet as if they are part of our family, and hope to continue growing with the support of our community.

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

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.