Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia

ethosveterinaryhealth

Williston (VT)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

CE & Uniform Allowance

License reimbursement

RECOVER Training

VTNE reimbursement

PTO

Holiday pay

Referral bonuses

Pet discount

401(k) matching

EAP

Job summary

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Anesthesia team, expanding advanced anesthesia, surgery, and specialty medicine skills while working alongside board-certified specialists in a collaborative specialty animal hospital.

As a Veterinary Technician on our Anesthesia team, you’ll support advanced procedures including surgery, CT, and complex specialty cases while practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive, team-focused

Qualifications

Anesthesia & surgery experience required.
Specialty, emergency, or critical care experience preferred.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing anesthesia cases while collaborating with board-certified specialists and VTS technicians.
Perform patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures alongside each surgeon.
Obtain and process laboratory samples, including blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates.
Execute, monitor, and recover assigned sedation and anesthetic events.
Assist with operating room duties as a nurse and scrub-in technician during orthopedic surgeries.
Provide comfort, advocacy, and high-quality nursing care for every patient.

Skills

Anesthesia experience

Surgery experience

Team collaboration

English fluency

Tools

CVT

RVT

LVT

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia | $27–$35/hr

Location: Williston, VT

Schedule: Full-Time | Four 10-hour shifts per week | No weekends or holidays!

Compensation: $27–$35/hour

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center

in Williston, VT is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Anesthesia team. This full-time Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a Vet Tech looking to expand advanced anesthesia, surgery, and specialty medicine skills while working alongside board-certified specialists in a collaborative specialty animal hospital.

$27–$35/hour, based on credentialing, experience, and skill set

Full-Time Benefits:

Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
16-Week VTNE Study Group
Professional Development Assistance
PTO
Working a holiday = DOUBLE Pay!
Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
401(k) with employer match
Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

Four 10-hour shifts per week
No weekends or holidays!

Responsibilities

Assist in managing anesthesia cases while collaborating with board-certified specialists and VTS technicians
Perform patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures alongside each surgeon
Obtain and process laboratory samples, including blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates
Execute, monitor, and recover assigned sedation and anesthetic events
Assist with operating room duties as a nurse and scrub-in technician during orthopedic surgeries
Provide comfort, advocacy, and high-quality nursing care for every patient

Qualifications

Experienced Veterinary Technician, Vet Tech, CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred
Anesthesia & surgery experience required
Specialty, emergency, or critical care experience preferred
Strong patient monitoring, technical, and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced specialty veterinary environment
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About PEAK Veterinary Referral Center

PEAK is a 14,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art multi-specialty veterinary hospital providing care to pets throughout the region.

Internal Medicine
Surgery
Oncology
Radiology
Behavior

We proudly serve pet owners and referring veterinarians throughout Vermont, northern New York, and New Hampshire. In 2021, we expanded our services with a seven-day-a-week Urgent Care department to support the non‑critical medical needs of pets in the greater Burlington, Vermont area and beyond.

What You Can Expect at PEAK

An inclusive, welcoming, and supportive team culture
Career development through mentorship and advanced training opportunities
Exposure to high-quality medicine and diverse caseloads
A collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions matter
Access to Ethos Veterinary Health's industry-leading education and development programs

Surrounding Areas

This position is based in Williston, VT and is easily accessible from:

Burlington, VT & South Burlington, VT
Essex Junction, VT & Essex, VT
Colchester, VT & Shelburne, VT
Milton, VT & St. Albans, VT
Richmond, VT & Waterbury, VT
Montpelier, VT & Plattsburgh, NY

Know Someone Amazing?

If this role isn’t the right fit but you know a great CVT, send them our way! Email Katelin.Shephard@ethosvet.com—you could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they’re hired.

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you’re relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.