Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates•Plymouth Meeting, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital is hiring a full-time Lead Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. The role plans and prepares individualized anesthesia protocols in collaboration with a veterinary anesthesiologist and other specialists, administers and monitors anesthesia, and assists with surgical and diagnostic procedures. It also supports perioperative pain control, accurate anesthesia and patient records, equipment readiness, and continuing education. The lead technician coordinates surgical workflow, supports team members, and oversees the flow of a busy surgical day across multiple doctors. The schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday through Friday, with rotating weekend days and occasional holidays. Compensation starts at $26–$32 per hour, depending on experience and credentials. The posting offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a $2,000 retention bonus.

Requirements

Anesthesia experience is required.
Strong 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.
Commitment to exceptional patient and client care.
Leadership ability to coordinate surgical workflow, support team members, and oversee the flow of a busy surgical day across multiple doctors.

Nice To Haves

CVT, LVT, or RVT licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

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, anticipate the veterinary team's needs, and adapt to rapid changes in patient status.
Manage perioperative pain control by administering medications and monitoring pain levels.
Maintain accurate records of anesthesia protocols, drug usage, and patient responses.
Maintain an organized workspace, keep necessary supplies accessible, and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
Participate in continuing education and case discussions to stay current on anesthesia protocols, monitoring techniques, and best practices.
Coordinate surgical workflow, support team members, and oversee the flow of a busy surgical day across multiple doctors.