Veterinary Technician Specialist - Anesthesia
$40 - $50/hr
Senior
Bachelor's
Red Bank, NJ, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryVeterinary Professionals
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia certification is required.
- At least five years of experience working as a credentialed veterinary nursing team member is required.
- At least four years of anesthesia experience is required.
- A strong understanding of anesthesia monitoring, pharmacology, and surgical procedures is required.
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills are required.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment is required.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills are required.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside anesthesiologists and surgeons to develop and administer individualized anesthetic protocols, including inhalant and injectable anesthesia.
- Prepare patients for anesthesia and surgery, including appropriate catheter placement, surgical preparation, positioning, and induction.
- Monitor patients continuously throughout anesthesia, recognize changes in patient status, and intervene appropriately to maintain patient safety and stability.
- Perform advanced anesthesia and analgesia techniques, including epidurals, locoregional anesthesia, and nerve blocks, as directed by the veterinarian.
- Assess patient pain and comfort and assist with the development and implementation of appropriate analgesic protocols.
- Provide technical support throughout surgical procedures, anticipate the needs of the surgeon, and assist with the safe and efficient completion of procedures.
- Maintain accurate and detailed anesthesia records documenting anesthetic events, patient responses, medications, monitoring data, and interventions.
- Recognize potential anesthetic complications and use knowledge of physiology and disease processes to help prevent, identify, and mitigate patient risk.
- Provide post-operative patient care, including recovery from anesthesia, additional diagnostics or procedures as indicated, and safe transfer to recovery or critical care.
- Ensure anesthesia and monitoring equipment is properly maintained, functional, cleaned, and ready for use.
- Collaborate with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, assistants, interns, externs, and other hospital departments to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
- Develop an understanding of surgeon preferences, workflows, and procedural needs to anticipate requirements and improve efficiency within the surgical service.
- Participate in team meetings and service development, contributing to anesthesia and surgical protocols, procedures, and workflow improvements.
- Serve as a clinical resource for the nursing team by providing guidance, mentorship, and training to new and existing staff.
- Provide continuing education, in-service training, and other learning opportunities outside the operating room to support ongoing technical and professional development.
- Stay current with advancements in veterinary anesthesia, analgesia, pain management, and patient monitoring.
- Participate in workshops, seminars, continuing education, and other professional development opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and maintain advanced technical skills.
- Practice within established professional scope and under veterinary direction, recognize limitations, and collaborate with the medical team when additional expertise or clinical decision-making is required.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in specialty, emergency, surgery, or neurology environments is preferred.
About the company
Ethos Veterinary Health operates a nationwide network of more than 140 specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals across North America. It brings together over 1,500 specialized veterinarians who treat nearly 2 million pets each year. Hospitals in the network share advanced diagnostic tools and apply a scientific, evidence‑based approach to patient care, enabling collaboration across sites and access to specialized expertise. What makes Ethos different is the combination of a large, integrated network with deep specialty medicine and a focus on high-quality outcomes and professional collaboration, rather than isolated clinics. The company’s goal is to raise veterinary standards by delivering expert, evidence‑based care and to provide rewarding careers for veterinary professionals while advancing pet health.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Woburn, Massachusetts
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- VetRec reached 600 doctors and 900 staff by August 2026.
- Ethos opened 2026 ER Immerse recruiting across Texas, Florida, and California.
- Leslie Storms became president on December 1, 2025, restoring permanent leadership.
What critics are saying
- FTC order limits specialty acquisitions near rivals through 2032, capping roll-up growth.
- Leadership churn from Ryan Buck to Leslie Storms signals strategic instability in 2025.
- Sambolin litigation over hospital care keeps malpractice and reputational risk alive.
What makes Ethos Veterinary Health unique
- 140+ specialty and emergency hospitals give Ethos dense referral coverage.
- Ethos Discovery and clinical trials embed research into daily hospital operations.
- VetRec partnership adds enterprise AI recordkeeping across specialty and emergency workflows.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Work Hours