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 seeking a highly skilled Internal Medicine Anesthesia Technician to join our Internal Medicine department. Applicants must bring strong anesthesia experience, exceptional communication skills, and proven ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced specialty setting.
This role supports our Internists with advanced diagnostics, anesthesia, minimally invasive procedures, and internal medicine patient care. This role supports our Internists with advanced diagnostics, anesthesia, minimally invasive procedures, and internal medicine patient care.

This position is suited to a technician with proven experience in specialty medicine who excels in teamwork, efficiency, and adaptability. On-call shifts are required once training is complete.

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

Key Responsibilities:Client Communication & Support:

Lead client communication during consults, updates, and discharge conversations
Collect detailed patient histories and relay information accurately to the Internist
Provide compassionate, thorough education about procedures, post-care, and diagnostics

Patient Care & Diagnostics:

Conduct TPRs and full patient assessments
Perform IV catheterization and administer IV fluids
Collect venous and arterial blood samples
Complete in-house diagnostics (CBC, chemistry, UA, cytology, blood gas)
Prepare and submit external lab samples
Maintain procedure areas, ensuring cleanliness, sterility, and equipment readiness
Assist VAs and coordinate patient work-ups efficiently

Anesthesia & Sedation:

Administer and monitor sedation/anesthesia for Internal Medicine procedures
Perform endotracheal intubation and manage patient airways
Proficient in ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, doppler/oscillometric BP, and temperature monitoring
Execute CRIs, multimodal anesthesia, TIVA, and anesthetic induction protocols
Assist with emergent or urgent airway management and stabilization
Perform advanced anesthetic skills , including (training provided):

_Vasopressor use_
_Arterial catheter placement_
_Invasive blood pressure monitoring_

Internal Medicine Procedures Supported:Endoscopy & Minimally Invasive Procedures:

Gastroscopy (upper GI)
Colonoscopy (lower GI)
Bronchoscopy
Rhinoscopy
Cystoscopy (female: rigid; male: flexible)
Endoscopic foreign body retrieval
Endoscopy-assisted biopsy acquisition
Feeding tube placement (PEG/PEJ)

Advanced Imaging & Fluoroscopy:

CT and MRI sedation/anesthesia
Fluoroscopy-guided swallow studies
Tracheal and airway evaluations
Urethral patency assessment

Additional Internal Medicine Diagnostics:

Thoracocentesis & abdominocentesis
Bone marrow aspirates/biopsies
Ultrasound-assisted FNA/biopsy with sedation
Joint taps and synovial fluid sampling
Endocrine diagnostic testing (ACTH stim, bile acids, glucose curves, etc.)

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 1+ years of anesthesia experience in a specialty or referral veterinary hospital
Minimum 2+ years performing anesthesia monitoring and induction techniques
Graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician program
Strong, confident client communication skills
Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management abilities
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based, fast-paced specialty environment
Flexible schedule with availability for on-call responsibilities after training

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 and continuing education

Languages: English

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years or equivalent experience

Personal suitability:

Accurate
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Organized
Team player

Area of specialization: Small animals, Emergency care
Tasks:

Handle, restrain and care for animals undergoing treatment and surgery
Assist veterinarian before, during and after surgery
Prepare and administer medications and vaccines under direction of veterinarian
Administer treatments as prescribed by veterinarian
Counsel clients on animal health care
Produce diagnostic radiographs, collect samples and perform other laboratory tests
Provide nursing care and rehabilitation therapy for animals
Provide wound and bandage care

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Attention to detail
Hand-eye co-ordination
Fast-paced environment
Standing for extended periods
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Ability to distinguish between colours
Work under pressure
Physically demanding

Who can apply to this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

How-to-apply instructions

Cover letter
Resume

More information

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Discounted or free food
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program

Application question(s):
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
This is a full-time position (40 hours/week). Are you looking for full-time work?

Work Location: In person

Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital

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Registered Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine Anesthesia