Registered Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia (Surgery & Neurology)

Registered Veterinary Technician - Anesthesia (Surgery & Neurology)

Our hospital continues to grow and is looking for an experienced technician with a drive to learn.

We guarantee you won't be bored here, and we are a perfect place for a VTS. We support our techs that want to pursue a VTS with additional group training sessions, journal club and mentorship. New graduates are welcome to apply but may be placed in a different area of the hospital to start their training. BBVSH takes pride in teaching new technicians and are fully committed to creating a learning environment to help you grow in your career.

About BBVSH

Our hospital is located in Beautiful British Columbia, on the outskirts of Vancouver and we are a VECCS Certified Level 1 facility. Our Doctors, Technicians and Veterinary Assistants are a cohesive team of professionals who strongly believe in collaboration, communication, respect and lifelong learning. BBVSH has board-certified specialists in surgery, oncology, neurology, critical care, internal medicine, radiology and cardiology.

We also offer a full rehabilitation department complete with an underwater treadmill. Each department works together with other services within BBVSH, as well as accepting referrals and emergencies from other specialty and general practices. In our 26,000 square foot facility we are open 24/7 and employ upwards of 180 staff members.

Take a tour of our hospital:

Our company culture prioritizes and values veterinary technicians and their essential role in the clinical team.

We are excited to welcome a motivated Anesthesia Technician to our Surgery or Neurology teams. This role is perfect for someone eager to grow their skills, make a real impact on patient care, and work alongside an experienced, supportive team. Training will be provided , so even if your anesthesia experience is limited, we encourage you to apply!

BBVSH is a great place to utilize and grow your skills in a challenging, rewarding, fun and respectful environment. We offer in house CE, fully paid conference registration and travel fees to top quality specialty and emergency conferences in North America, journal club, advanced skills labs, and a support team to help you further your education or to help you achieve a Veterinary Technician Specialty.

Here is what some of our technicians have to say: Walk into the storm with us

What You'll Do: Patient Care & Basic Skills:

Perform TPRs and intravenous catheter placements

Take thorough patient histories for consults

Communicate effectively and delegate tasks

Prepare patients and assist with surgical procedures, including sterile pack handling and OR setup

Clean and sanitize instruments and surgical areas post-procedure

Anesthesia & Monitoring:

Administer and monitor anesthesia for a variety of patients across ASA classifications (I-V)

Utilize ECG, doppler, oscillometer, pulse oximetry, capnography monitoring to ensure patient safety

Perform endotracheal intubation and manage airway during anesthesia

Administer IV fluids and emergency drugs as needed

Assist with anesthesia for MRI, CT, diagnostic, elective, and emergent procedures

Apply advanced anesthesia techniques, including TIVA, epidurals, nerve blocks, ventilator use, invasive BP monitoring.

Surgeries & Procedures You Will Support:

Surgery Department: Anesthesia Technicians in Surgery will support a wide range of soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures, including but not limited to:

Orthopedic procedures: TPLO, THR, MPL, fracture repair (internal/external fixation), arthroscopy

Soft tissue procedures: abdominal exploratory, TECA-BO, maxillectomy/mandibulectomies

Oncologic surgeries: mass removals, limb amputations, thoracic tumor resections

Thoracic procedures: thoracotomy, sternotomy, diaphragmatic hernia repair

Emergency surgeries: GDV, hemoabdomen, penetrating trauma, wound reconstruction, Cesarean Section

Neurology Department _ : _Neurology Anesthesia Technicians will work directly with the neurology team on advanced diagnostic and surgical procedures, including:

Spinal surgeries: hemilaminectomy, ventral slot, spinal stabilization

Brain surgeries: craniotomy, intracranial mass removal, ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement

Diagnostic procedures: MRI, CT, CSF taps.

Why This Role is Exciting:

Work closely with a collaborative, supportive team of specialists

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in advanced anesthesia and specialty cases

Full training provided for anesthesia technicians, with mentorship from experienced staff and Staff with Anesthesia VTS

Anesthesia experience is an asset, but willingness to learn and a positive attitude are valued even more!

Opportunities for professional growth an