Veterinary Anesthesia Technician (Neurology/Surgery), RBVH (Red Bank)

Veterinary Anesthesia Technician (Neurology/Surgery)

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH) proudly opened its new, state-of-the-art facility in May 2024—an expansive, 100,000+ square foot space nearly twice the size of our original Tinton Falls location. This milestone marks the continuation of over 40 years of dedicated service to our community. Equipped with advanced diagnostics like MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and a PET scanner, the hospital features 52 exam rooms, 12 surgical suites, a dedicated emergency department, and expanded training spaces. Thoughtful amenities—including feline-only waiting areas, a rehab unit, comfort rooms, and a serene zen garden—reflect our commitment to exceptional care for pets and their families.

Position Overview:
We are seeking dedicated Anesthesia Technicians to work within our Neurology & Surgery services. This specialized department focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. Technicians in this role gain hands-on experience with advanced diagnostics and procedures, work closely alongside board-certified neurologists, and play a vital role in delivering compassionate, cutting-edge care to patients with neurologic disease.

**WE ARE OFFERING A SIGNING BONUS FOR THIS ROLE OF UP TO $5000!**

Essential Job Functions :

• Monitoring for all neurology anesthesia required within the neurology/ surgery department (MRI’s, Surgery, CSF Taps, CT Scans, etc.)

Location:

• Red Bank, NJ

Compensation:

• Credentialed Technicians: $30- $36/hr. based on experience
• Non-Credentialed Technicians: $25- $31/hr. based on experience
  • ++$ SIGN ON BONUS
  • ++$$ Overnight Differential

The final compensation offer will be based on the qualified candidate’s experience and ability to make an impact coming into the role.

Anticipated Schedule:

• Full Time (alternating shifts)
  • Sunday - Wednesday
    • 5am-3pm
    • 8am -6pm

Key Areas Responsibility:
Patient Care

• Keeping patient clean and dry
• Knowledge of neurologic diseases and surgical procedures

Phlebotomy

• Phlebotomy skills for blood samples using cephalic, saphenous, and jugular veins
• IV catheterization of peripheral veins
• Knowledge of routine labs and tubes needed for each

Technical Skills

• Providing aseptic techniques to the workplace
• IV fluid therapy for neuro surgeries (administration and knowledge of colloids, crystalloids, transfusions and fluid additives)
• Handling and administering controlled substances
• Pharmacology Aspect- dose calculations, constant rate infusions, understanding physiological effects of the drugs commonly used.
• Administration and knowledge of all anesthetic drugs included in the training manual.
• Knowledge of all neurologic surgical procedures: ventral slot, hemi laminectomy, brain, CSF taps.
• Ability to assist in neurologic diagnostic procedures: MRI, CT, myelogram
• Monitoring capabilities: (a). ECG (b). central venous pressure (c). pulse oximetry (d). esophageal stethoscope (e). non-invasive blood pressure (f). capnography
• Management of life-threatening emergencies: cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological problems include: advanced CPR skills (with electrical defibrillation), assisted ventilation, use of mechanical ventilation, emergency drug calculations and administrations.
• Instrument/pack preparation and setup
• Preparation of lab samples
• Maintaining a legal anesthesia record, recognizing significant events and trends with parameters
• Recording all drugs administered to patient, noting the dose, time, and route of administration
• Recording monitored variables on a regular basis (every 5 minutes) during anesthesia

Equipment care

• Maintenance and preparation of the surgery equipment/ instruments, MRI equipment and suite, anesthesia machine and monitoring equipment.
• Maintenance and stocking of MRI suite
• Equipment troubleshooting: IV pumps, monitoring equipment, Doppler, anesthesia machine, pulse ox, etc.

Communications

• Excellent communication skills with coworkers and with clients
• Planning procedures/ communication with other departments
• Providing doctor approved patient updates to clients

Hospital maintenance

• Making sure the hospital is ready for the next shift/day (clean/stock)
• Completing any task listed by the supervisor

Qualifications
Neuro/ Surgery Anesthesia Technician Requirements:

• Ensuring that a responsible individual is aware of the patient’s status at all times during anesthesia and recovery, and is prepared either to intervene, when indicated, or to alert the veterinarian in charge about changes in the patient’s condition.
• If a technician or other responsible person is unable to remain with the patient continuously, a responsible person should check the patient’s status on a regular basis (at least every 5 minutes) during anesthesia and recovery.
• Overall assisting the doctors and technicians in providing the best possible care ]]>