Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

EVG Specialty Network; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet care discount

Free Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education stipend

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Ins.

Annual paid time off

Job summary

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) in Chattanooga is looking for an Anesthesia Technician to enhance their specialized care team. Ideal candidates have a strong knowledge of anesthetic procedures and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This role offers competitive pay, generous employee benefits, and opportunities for continued education. Join VCSG and contribute to exceptional patient care using the latest technology in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of anesthetic monitoring in a veterinary setting.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary anesthetic drugs and their effects.
• Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and drug calculations.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Attention to detail, especially during critical moments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and equipment for anesthesia procedures.
• Induce and maintain anesthesia and sedation.
• Monitor patients during procedures.
• Keep detailed records of anesthetic procedures.
• Collaborate on anesthesia protocols and patient status.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment.
• Advocate for patient well-being before, during, and after procedures.

Skills

Anesthetic monitoring

Veterinary drug knowledge

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Drug calculations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Team player

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification

Job description

Are you a dedicated and compassionate veterinary professional who thrives in a in a collaborative specialty environment and takes pride in providing the highest level of care? Veterinary Care & Specialty Group is excited to announce the expansion of our Anesthesia services. We are seeking a qualified Anesthesia Technician to join our team and help us elevate the standard of care for our beloved animal patients.

Who We Are

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is Chattanooga's largest multi-specialty and emergency hospital, where compassionate care meets cutting-edge medicine. At VCSG, we are committed to providing exceptional specialty and emergency care while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment. We believe that excellence in patient care starts with a workplace where professionals feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow — because when our team thrives, so do our patients.

Who We Are Looking For

Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented and thorough, with a strong commitment to accuracy—especially during critical moments. They bring excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing them to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients alike. Thriving in a fast-paced environment, they can confidently juggle multiple priorities while remaining compassionate, dependable, and a true team player.

What You Can Expect To Do

• Pre-Procedure Prep: Use your skills to ensure the patient, equipment, medications, and procedure areas are ready for planned and emergent procedures.
• Anesthesia Administration: You'll be responsible for inducing and maintaining patients under general anesthesia and sedation, including injectable, inhalant, and CRI anesthesia.
• Patient Monitoring: During procedures, you're the go-to for adjusting anesthesia levels and ensuring everything's running like clockwork. If anything seems off, you're quick on your feet and ready to respond to emergencies.
• Recovery: As the patient starts to wake up, you're there to monitor and ensure a safe and gentle recovery.
• Record-Keeping: You'll keep detailed records of the anesthetic procedures—what was used, how the patient responded, and any other events along the way.
• Collaboration: You will partner with our various department teams to plan and coordinate anesthesia protocols for each patient, while communicating with the team on patient status.
• Equipment Management: Perform routine maintenance on anesthesia equipment, ensuring functionality and safety. Calibrate and troubleshoot anesthesia machines, ventilators, and monitoring devices. Keep an inventory of anesthesia-related supplies and medications.
• Patient Advocacy: Advocate for the well-being and comfort of patients before, during, and after anesthesia. Implement and maintain protocols for pre-anesthetic patient assessment and post-anesthetic recovery.

Qualifications Required

• 1-2 years of anesthetic monitoring in a veterinary setting, with a preference for a surgery or specialty/referral practice.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary anesthetic drugs and their effects, backed by specialized training and expertise
• Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and other technical skills.
• Strong medical math skills and experience with drug calculations.
• Attention to detail, must be thorough in your work, with a focus on accuracy, especially in critical moments
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple tasks.
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and a team player.

Preferred

- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification

Why You Should Choose Us

Take the next step in your veterinary career:

We are committed to training and growth, providing you with in-person didactic, hands-on, and virtual learning.

Provide exceptional patient care:

Our hospital was built from the ground up with the highest level of care in mind. You will be using the latest equipment and technology alongside board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines.

Work in a diverse and supportive environment:

We offer a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional development, along with benefits that prioritize wellness and growth.

Benefits

• Generous employee pet care discount
• Free Employee Assistance Program with mental health & financial wellness resources
• Competitive hourly pay and shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Opportunities for continuing education, including up to $1600 stipend and additional paid time off.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 120 hours annual paid time off and floating holiday time

Meet Our Hospital

Website: www.vcsgvets.com

VCSG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.