Anesthesia & Surgery Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Description

• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday
• On-Call Compensation: $200 on-call fee for each qualifying shift worked, in addition to applicable overtime compensation
• On-Call Rotation: Mandatory rotating on-call coverage, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on scheduling needs

Here is What Your day May Consist of:

• Anesthesia & Advanced Patient Monitoring
  
  
  • Administer and monitor anesthesia under veterinary direction for orthopedic, soft tissue, trauma, and specialty surgical procedures.
  • Collaborate with our Board-Certified Anesthesiologist to develop and implement individualized anesthesia protocols.
  • Monitor patients throughout the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative periods.
  • Utilize advanced anesthesia equipment, including mechanical ventilators, anesthetic gas analysis, invasive blood pressure monitoring, and additional patient-support modalities.
  • Recognize changes in patient status and respond appropriately to anesthesia-related complications and emergencies.
    
    
• Surgical Support & Patient Care
  • Prepare patients, surgical suites, and equipment for procedures.
  • Assist veterinarians during advanced surgical procedures while maintaining proper sterile technique.
  • Provide perioperative nursing care and support patient recovery.
  • Assist with emergency stabilization and urgent surgical procedures involving critically ill or injured patients.
  • Maintain accurate anesthesia records, surgical documentation, and patient medical records.

• Collaboration & Professional Development
  • Work closely with our surgery, critical care, internal medicine, and emergency teams to ensure continuity of care.
  • Participate in anesthesia training, clinical rounds, and continuing education opportunities.
  • Contribute to a collaborative environment focused on patient safety, technical excellence, and compassionate care.

Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:

• Current veterinary technician license or certification recognized for practice in Tennessee.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience with general anesthesia and emergency or specialty veterinary protocols.
• Strong understanding of anesthesia techniques, surgical procedures, patient monitoring, and emergency care.
• Experience with anesthesia equipment, monitoring devices, and commonly used anesthetic agents.
• Familiarity with advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgical procedures.
• Ability to work independently within your scope of practice while collaborating effectively with veterinarians and fellow technicians.
• Availability to participate in the required rotating on-call schedule.

• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential in Anesthesia & Analgesia.
• Advanced anesthesia experience in an emergency, referral, or specialty hospital.
• Experience assisting with complex surgical procedures and managing high-risk anesthetic patients.
  
  

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to perform the physical responsibilities associated with surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and emergency patient care.
  
  

Here is What We Will Offer You:

• Competitive Compensation –  based on experience, skills, and qualifications. 
• Comprehensive Training & Career Development – Gain access to ongoing learning opportunities and career growth programs INCLUDING Generous CE allowance, Paid VTS specialization, and Paid license fees and dues
• Cohesive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being. 
• Exclusive Pet Care Discounts – Significant savings on pet exams, treatments, and boarding. 
• Generous Paid Time Off – Recharge with paid vacation and personal days. 
• 401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future with our retirement savings plan.