Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

Veterinary Care and Specialty Group • Chattanooga, TN

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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 planned and emergent procedures by preparing patients, equipment, medications, and procedure areas; administering and monitoring anesthesia and sedation; and ensuring patients recover safely. Technicians coordinate with other departments, document anesthetic procedures, maintain equipment and supplies, and advocate for patient comfort and well-being. VCSG describes its workplace as supportive and collaborative, with opportunities for training and professional growth.

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.
• Skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and other technical procedures.
• Strong medical math skills and experience with drug calculations.
• Attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy, especially during critical moments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and work compassionately and dependably as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a surgery or specialty/referral practice.
• 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 during recovery to ensure a safe and gentle recovery.
• Maintain 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 anesthesia equipment maintenance; 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 a $1,600 stipend and additional paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 120 hours of annual paid time off and holiday pay.
• In-person didactic, hands-on, and virtual learning opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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