Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Anesthesia

Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists & 24 Hour Emergency Care • Sugar Land, TX

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Our surgical team at Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists is rapidly growing and we are looking for a talented and motivated Surgery and Anesthesia Technician to join us. Work with brilliant and caring board certified surgeons. Be a part of a team of technicians and surgeons that have a positive and engaged culture. Provide high quality patient care. Veterinary Technicians are the backbone of our surgical team. At Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists (SLVS) we provide an independent and gratifying work environment for our anesthesia technicians. We understand our team members are all an integral part of providing high-quality medicine and client service. Our Core Values keep us focused on what is really important – quality care for pets and their people.

Requirements

• LVT with at least 4 years of experience in a specialty surgery and anesthesia setting
• Knowledge about specialty surgical procedures
• Surgical assisting experience
• Instrumentation knowledge
• Able to independently run up to level 5 ASA anesthesia cases
• Veterinary Technician License required

Nice To Haves

• VTS or an LVT on track to become a VTS in anesthesia
• Promotes a culture of teamwork, mentorship, willingness to learn, and positivity
• Background in training junior staff is desired
• Veterinary Technician Specialist: not required

Responsibilities

• Place arterial and central lines, urinary catheters, and NG Tubes
• Administering local and regional anesthesia
• Perform critical care anesthesia to include mechanical ventilation and TIVA
• Surgical preparation
• Client interaction and education during initial consultations and dismissals
• Bandage application and changes

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee discount at all Lakefield owned hospitals
• Yearly uniform allowance
• A very generous yearly allowance for continuing education
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off and 5 paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Possibility of a sign on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed