Surgical RVT: Anesthesia & Perioperative Care

Ethos Veterinary Health

Asheville (NC)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 71,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flex/

401(k) with employer matching

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Continuing education (CE)Opportunities

License reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Employee discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance, Short-term and Long‑/d

Employee referral program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) in Asheville, NC seeks a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician for our Surgery team. Join a specialty hospital offering advanced anesthesia and perioperative care.

Expect collaborative teamwork, on-call duties, and ongoing professional growth. The role emphasizes surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and perioperative nursing across complex procedures, with a supportive environment for skill development and compassionate

Qualifications

Registered or credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, or CVT) preferred.
Minimum of three years of emergency or specialty veterinary experience preferred
Strong knowledge of anesthesia induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery.
Experience with surgical preparation, sterile technique, instrument setup, patient positioning, and perioperative nursing.
Proficiency in animal restraint, venipuncture, peripheral IV catheter placement, and medication administration.
Familiarity with ECG/EKG monitoring, CT imaging, and contrast studies is beneficial.
Strong communication, organization, and client service skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced specialty hospital.
Ability to lift at least 35 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Willingness to participate in mandatory on-call and holiday rotations.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including surgical clipping, aseptic preparation, positioning, and draping.
Induce, intubate, and monitor anesthesia, including higher-risk cases classified as ASA III–V.
Monitor vital signs and anesthetic depth throughout procedures and support safe patient recovery.
Prepare surgical suites, instrument tables, and equipment while maintaining sterile fields and aseptic technique.
Identify, organize, and prepare surgical instruments and anticipate the needs of the surgeon throughout procedures.
Assist with anesthetic blocks, ECG/EKG monitoring, and other advanced anesthesia techniques.
Support CT imaging, contrast studies, and other diagnostic procedures as needed.
Provide perioperative nursing care and monitor patients before, during, and after surgery.
Perform venipuncture, place peripheral IV catheters, administer medications, and assist with diagnostic testing.
Maintain accurate medical records, monitor laboratory results, and support short-term case management.
Prepare treatment estimates, provide patient updates, coordinate discharges, and communicate with clients about their pets’ care.
Collaborate with surgeons, other Veterinary Technicians, and the broader specialty team to ensure coordinated, compassionate patient care.