Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Anesthesia - Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists & 24 HR Emergency Care

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 surgeonsBe a part of a team of technicians and surgeons that have a positive and engaged cultureProvide high quality patient carePlace arterial and central lines, urinary catheters, and NG TubesAdministering local and regional anesthesiaPerform critical care anesthesia to include mechanical ventilation and TIVASurgical preparation Client interaction and education during initial consultations and dismissalsBandage application and changesDo you love being a surgical assistant on the following types of cases?Orthopedics and ArthroscopyRegular and complex soft tissueInterventional radiologyOncologicWe 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.Benefits401(k)Dental and vision insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insuranceFlexible Spending AccountEmployee discount at all Lakefield owned hospitalsYearly uniform allowanceA very generous yearly allowance for continuing educationFlexible schedulePaid time off and 5 paid holidaysProfessional development assistanceReferral programPossibility of a sign on bonusEligible after 90 daysScheduleFour 10-hour shiftsThree 12-hour shifts may be availableDay shiftMonday to FridayRotate weekendsOn call with a call in feeLicense/CertificationVeterinary Technician License requiredVeterinary Technician Specialist: not requiredFor more information about our hospital, please visit slvetspecialists.com.To apply, please contact Alexis Wendt at alexis.wendt@lakefieldvet.com or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.