Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

• Prepare patients, medications, equipment, and treatment areas for sedation and general anesthesia.
• Provide continuous multi-parameter monitoring and recognize and respond to changes in patient status and anesthetic emergencies.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of anesthetic and analgesic medications, including their effects and potential adverse reactions.
• Safely operate, troubleshoot, and maintain anesthesia and monitoring equipment.
• Maintain appropriate sterile technique and demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Provide attentive post-anesthetic monitoring and safely transition patients back to their admitting service.
• Participate in daily rounds and collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and specialty teams to coordinate patient care.

• Competitive compensation, including shift differentials and on-call compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• Generous PTO and CE allowance, including support for VTS advancement
• Life insurance and 401(k) with match
• License, credential, and professional dues reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
• Pet care discounts
• Access to advanced specialty medicine and technology, including MRI, CT, ventilators, dialysis, and more
• A welcoming, collaborative culture that values compassion, learning, mentorship, and professional growth

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT, CVT, or RVT) or ability to become credentialed very highly preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, equipment, and medications in a veterinary specialty or emergency setting is required.
• Previous experience working directly with a board-certified veterinary anesthesiologist a plus

We're looking for veterinary professionals who embrace a collaborative, compassionate, and ethical environment where teammates support one another, share knowledge, continue learning, and provide exceptional care to every patient and family.

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

Ready to join the team?
Apply today or learn more at friendshiphospital.com.