Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

EVG Specialty Network • Chattanooga, TN

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG), Chattanooga’s largest multi-specialty and emergency hospital, is expanding its Anesthesia service and seeking experienced Anesthesia Veterinary Technicians. The role supports compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care within a collaborative team environment.

The technician prepares patients, equipment, medications, and procedure areas for planned and emergent procedures; induces and maintains general anesthesia and sedation; monitors patients and adjusts anesthesia during procedures; and supports safe recovery. The role also includes maintaining detailed anesthetic records, coordinating protocols with other departments, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, managing related supplies and medications, and advocating for patient comfort and well-being before, during, and after anesthesia.

VCSG offers training and growth through in-person didactic, hands-on, and virtual learning. Technicians work with modern equipment and board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines in a supportive environment focused on personal and professional development.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of anesthetic monitoring experience in a veterinary setting.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary anesthetic drugs and their effects, supported by specialized training and expertise.
• Skill 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 and thoroughness, with a focus on accuracy, especially during critical moments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a surgery or specialty/referral practice is preferred.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, equipment, medications, and procedure areas for planned and emergent procedures.
• Induce and maintain patients under general anesthesia and sedation, including injectable, inhalant, and CRI anesthesia.
• Monitor patients during procedures, adjust anesthesia levels, and respond to emergencies.
• Monitor patients through recovery and help ensure a safe, gentle recovery.
• Keep detailed records of anesthetic procedures, medications used, patient responses, and other events.
• Coordinate anesthesia protocols with teams across departments and communicate patient status.
• Perform routine maintenance on anesthesia equipment and ensure it functions safely.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot anesthesia machines, ventilators, and monitoring devices.
• Maintain inventory of anesthesia-related supplies and medications.
• Advocate for patient well-being and comfort before, during, and after anesthesia.
• Implement and maintain protocols for pre-anesthetic patient assessment and post-anesthetic recovery.

Benefits

• Generous employee pet care discount.
• Free Employee Assistance Program with mental health and financial wellness resources.
• Competitive hourly pay and shift differentials for nights and weekends.
• Continuing education opportunities, including up to $1,600 stipend and additional paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 120 hours of annual paid time off and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

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