Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia

Washington, DCOnsiteFull Time$30–$38 /hrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

anesthesia monitoring
anesthesia equipment
anesthetic medications
multi-parameter monitoring
sterile technique
surgical procedures
post-anesthetic monitoring
on-call

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Role summary

Friendship Hospital for Animals is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician specializing in Anesthesia for their busy, multi-disciplinary hospital in Washington, DC. The role involves preparing patients and equipment, providing continuous monitoring during sedation and general anesthesia, managing anesthetic and analgesic medications, operating and maintaining anesthesia equipment, and ensuring proper post-anesthetic care. Collaboration with veterinarians and other team members is essential. This full-time position includes four 10-hour shifts and an on-call requirement. The hospital offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture focused on learning and professional growth.

Friendship Hospital for Animals, a leading AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency hospital in Washington, DC, is seeking a meticulous and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our Anesthesia team. If you have an advanced anesthesia skillset and enjoy working in a high volume, multi-disciplinary hospital where you can continue to hone your already impressive skills, we’d love to meet you.

About the role

Prepare patients, medications, equipment, and treatment areas for sedation and general anesthesia.
Provide continuous multi-parameter monitoring and recognize and respond to changes in patient status and anesthetic emergencies.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of anesthetic and analgesic medications, including their effects and potential adverse reactions.
Safely operate, troubleshoot, and maintain anesthesia and monitoring equipment.
Maintain appropriate sterile technique and demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.
Provide attentive post-anesthetic monitoring and safely transition patients back to their admitting service.
Participate in daily rounds and collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and specialty teams to coordinate patient care.
Schedule: This is a full time position with four 10-hour shifts per week. There is an on-call requirement of up to 5 days per month.
What's in it for you?
Competitive compensation, including shift differentials and on-call compensation Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA Generous PTO and CE allowance, including support for VTS advancement Life insurance and 401(k) with match License, credential, and professional dues reimbursement Uniform allowance Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation Pet care discounts Access to advanced specialty medicine and technology, including MRI, CT, ventilators, dialysis, and more A welcoming, collaborative culture that values compassion, learning, mentorship, and professional growth

Qualifications

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT, CVT, or RVT) or ability to become credentialed very highly preferred, but not required
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, equipment, and medications in a veterinary specialty or emergency setting is required.
Previous experience working directly with a board-certified veterinary anesthesiologist a plus
We're looking for veterinary professionals who embrace a collaborative, compassionate, and ethical environment where teammates support one another, share knowledge, continue learning, and provide exceptional care to every patient and family.
Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to join the team?
Apply today or learn more at friendshiphospital.com.
US Pay Range
$30—$38 USD

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