Licensed Surgical Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia
Our surgical team at Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists is rapidly growing and we are looking for a talented and motivated Surgery and Anesthesia Technician to join us.
Work with brilliant and caring board certified surgeons
Be a part of a team of technicians and surgeons that have a positive and engaged culture
Provide high quality patient care
Place arterial and central lines, urinary catheters, and NG Tubes
Administering local and regional anesthesia
Perform critical care anesthesia to include mechanical ventilation and TIVA
Surgical preparation
Client interaction and education during initial consultations and dismissals
Bandage application and changes
Do you love being a surgical assistant on the following types of cases?
Orthopedics and Arthroscopy
Regular and complex soft tissue
Interventional radiology
Oncologic
We are looking for an LVT, VTS or an LVT on track to become a VTS in anesthesia. We love having not only independent, intelligent, patient-first techs with outstanding technical and critical thinking skills but one that promotes a culture of teamwork, mentorship, willingness to learn, and positivity.
Veterinary Technicians are the backbone of our surgical team. At Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists (SLVS) we provide an independent and gratifying work environment for our anesthesia technicians. We understand our team members are all an integral part of providing high-quality medicine and client service. Our Core Values keep us focused on what is really important – quality care for pets and their people.
Requirements: LVT with at least 4 years of experience in a specialty surgery and anesthesia setting and having knowledge about specialty surgical procedures, surgical assisting experience, instrumentation knowledge, and being able to independently run up to level 5 ASA anesthesia cases. A background in training junior staff is desired.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental and vision insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Employee discount at all Lakefield owned hospitals
Yearly uniform allowance
A very generous yearly allowance for continuing education
Flexible schedule
Paid time off and 5 paid holidays
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Possibility of a sign on bonus
Eligible after 90 days
Schedule:
Four 10-hour shifts
Three 12-hour shifts may be available
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Rotate weekends
On call with a call in fee
License/Certification:
Veterinary Technician License required
Veterinary Technician Specialist: not required
For more information about our hospital, please visit slvetspecialists.com.
To apply, please contact Christine Erickson at
christine.erickson@lakefieldvet.com
or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.