Veterinary Technician Assistant - Anesthesia
About The Position
Timely Care, Growth, and Compassion Are you a Veterinary Technician Assistant looking for a fulfilling position that blends the best of general practice with the excitement of urgent care? At Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, our mission is to provide pets and their families with outstanding, compassionate service—precisely when they need it most. Our Mission Our goal is simple but profound: to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by providing compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care. If you share our passion for animal well-being and collaborative teamwork, we’d love you to explore this opportunity. Who We Are We are a leading specialty and emergency hospital, housed in a state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility equipped to handle a wide range of complex cases. With 13 specialty departments, our team includes top experts in fields such as internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, and more, ensuring comprehensive care for our patients. Our culture is built on continuous learning, mentorship, and genuine support, which means you’ll have ample opportunities to expand your skills alongside leaders in the industry.
Requirements
- Experience with basic animal handling
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow directions and seek clarification when needed
- Proficiency with computer systems and medical recordkeeping
- Commitment to professional growth and development
Responsibilities
- Assist nurses, anesthesia coordinators, and veterinarians with daily patient care
- Support the induction, intubation, and monitoring of anesthetized patients
- Aid in clipping, prepping, and positioning surgical patients
- Assist in placing IV catheters, running bloodwork, and performing diagnostics
- Clean, organize, stock, and maintain hospital equipment and inventory
- Provide compassionate and professional client service
- Accurately update patient records and communicate changes to the veterinary team
- Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, assisting across multiple departments
Benefits
- Supportive culture with social events & team-building activities
- Competitive paid time off & holiday pay
- Paid volunteer time off
- Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement
- Career growth & training opportunities
- Continuing education paid time off and allowance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mental health-focused services
- 401(k) plan with a strong employer match
- Significant employee pet care discount
- Annual uniform allowance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
