Licensed Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia
Red Bank, NJ
Full Time
Anesthesia
Experienced
Licensed Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia
CVT/RVT/LVT $30 - $37+/hr. | VTS $40 - $50/hr. | +up to $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS| Red Bank, NJ
If you're an advanced Licensed Veterinary Technician or a Veterinary Technician Specialist, looking to advance your anesthesia and surgical skills in a cutting-edge specialty environment, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital offers the opportunity to work in a new, 100,000+ sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital designed for advanced specialty and emergency care. With MRI, CT, PET scanning, 12 surgical suites, a dedicated ER, and expanded training spaces, RBVH combines innovative medicine with compassionate care for pets, clients, and team members alike.
Compensation
- Up to $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS
- Credentialed Veterinary Technicians: $30 - $37+/hr.
- Veterinary Technician Specialists: $40 - $50/hr.
Full-Time Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing Education (CE) + Free Vetbloom (RACE-approved CE) access
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off:
- Sick Days
- Vacation Days
- Bereavement Leave
- License Reimbursement
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Employee Pet Discount
- Referral Program
- Door Dash: Dass Pass Offered
Schedule
Full-Time
Full-Time
- Tuesday - Friday
- 8:00am - 6:00pm
Job Description
The Anesthesia Technicians at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH) provide skilled technical support for routine, specialized, and emergency surgical procedures while working closely with surgeons, veterinary technicians, assistants, interns, and other members of the patient care team. This role is responsible for preparing patients for anesthesia and surgery, calculating and preparing medications, developing anesthesia records, safely inducing and monitoring patients under anesthesia, assisting surgeons throughout procedures, providing post-operative care and recovery support, and ensuring patients are safely transferred to the appropriate service following surgery. Technicians are expected to develop a strong understanding of surgical workflows and individual surgeon preferences, allowing them to anticipate needs, promote efficiency, and contribute to a coordinated patient-care experience.
At the advanced level, an Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician or VTS in Anesthesia & Analgesia brings additional expertise in physiology, anesthetic management, and complex disease processes, using clinical knowledge and experience to anticipate and address anesthetic complications, advise and mentor team members, and provide an elevated level of anesthesia support while recognizing professional scope and collaborating closely with the attending veterinarian.
Responsibilities
The Anesthesia Technicians at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH) provide skilled technical support for routine, specialized, and emergency surgical procedures while working closely with surgeons, veterinary technicians, assistants, interns, and other members of the patient care team. This role is responsible for preparing patients for anesthesia and surgery, calculating and preparing medications, developing anesthesia records, safely inducing and monitoring patients under anesthesia, assisting surgeons throughout procedures, providing post-operative care and recovery support, and ensuring patients are safely transferred to the appropriate service following surgery. Technicians are expected to develop a strong understanding of surgical workflows and individual surgeon preferences, allowing them to anticipate needs, promote efficiency, and contribute to a coordinated patient-care experience.
At the advanced level, an Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician or VTS in Anesthesia & Analgesia brings additional expertise in physiology, anesthetic management, and complex disease processes, using clinical knowledge and experience to anticipate and address anesthetic complications, advise and mentor team members, and provide an elevated level of anesthesia support while recognizing professional scope and collaborating closely with the attending veterinarian.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced anesthesia support for complex or high-risk patients that do not need direct support from anesthesiologist (guidelines to be developed).
- Assist departmental teams with cases beyond their usual experience or comfort level.
- Will develop protocols and perform anesthesia working with attending clinician and in consultation with anesthesiologist where needed.
- The preferred candidate will be a highly experienced anesthesia technician, ideally holding VTS certification or interested in pursuing advanced anesthesia training.
- Hospital-wide resource rather than surgery as home base
- Bookable on ezyVet for procedures
- Provide technical support throughout surgical procedures, anticipating the needs of the surgeon and assisting 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 utilize knowledge of physiology and disease processes to help prevent, identify, and mitigate patient risk.
- 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, providing guidance, mentorship, and training to new and existing staff.
- VTS Level: Provide continuing education, in-service training, and other learning opportunities outside of 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 while recognizing limitations and collaborating with the medical team when additional expertise or clinical decision-making is required.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in veterinary technology required.
- Veterinary Technician License (LVT, RVT, CVT) REQUIRED
- Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia PREFERRED
- Five or more years of experience working as a credentialed veterinary nursing team member.
- FOUR or more years of anesthesia experience required.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.
- Strong understanding of anesthesia monitoring, pharmacology, and surgical procedures.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
- Experience in specialty, emergency, surgery, or neurology environments preferred.
- Fluent English skills (speaking and reading) required.
Why Technicians Choose RBVH?
- Work alongside board-certified neurologists, surgeons, and a highly skilled specialty team.
- Gain hands-on experience with advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and PET imaging.
- Develop expertise in complex neurologic and surgical anesthesia cases.
- Thrive in a collaborative environment where your skills directly impact patient outcomes.
- Expand your knowledge through mentorship, continuing education, and ongoing professional development.
- Receive a competitive compensation and benefits package that recognizes your expertise and commitment.
About RBVH
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH), now located in Red Bank, NJ, proudly opened its new state-of-the-art facility in May 2024—an expansive, 100,000+ square foot space nearly twice the size of our original Tinton Falls location. This milestone marks the continuation of over 40 years of dedicated service to our community. Equipped with advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and PET scanning, the hospital features 12 surgical suites, a dedicated emergency department, expanded training facilities, and specialized spaces designed to support exceptional patient care.
Nearby Communities
RBVH attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Jersey Shore region, Central New Jersey, and the New York metropolitan area, including:
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH), now located in Red Bank, NJ, proudly opened its new state-of-the-art facility in May 2024—an expansive, 100,000+ square foot space nearly twice the size of our original Tinton Falls location. This milestone marks the continuation of over 40 years of dedicated service to our community. Equipped with advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and PET scanning, the hospital features 12 surgical suites, a dedicated emergency department, expanded training facilities, and specialized spaces designed to support exceptional patient care.
Nearby Communities
RBVH attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Jersey Shore region, Central New Jersey, and the New York metropolitan area, including:
- Tinton Falls, NJ
- Middletown, NJ
- Holmdel, NJ
- Colts Neck, NJ
- Freehold, NJ
- Marlboro, NJ
- Howell, NJ
- Eatontown, NJ
- Long Branch, NJ
- Asbury Park, NJ
- Staten Island, NY
- Brooklyn, NY
- Bayonne, NJ
- Jersey City, NJ
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About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
If this role isn't the right fit but you know a great Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant, send them our way!
Email [email protected] to learn more about current opportunities.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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