Job Description

Job Description

Bluegrass Equine Surgery (BES) is an equine veterinary practice providing exceptional client service and primary medical care in the central Kentucky region. We are building a new, diverse, supportive, and driven team.


BESC is seeking to immediately fill the position of Equine Anesthesia Technician.


Hours: Tuesday-Friday 7AM to 5PM


Reports to: Lead In-House Surgical Tech, Surgeon


Department: Surgery


Location: Hospital


Compensation: Hourly


The BESC In-House Surgical Tech assists the doctors with surgery. 


DUTIES

  • General Maintain clean surgery environment
    Model professionalism and ethical practices

  • Medical Properly begin standard procedures according to doctors preference
    Clean wrap and sterilize packs
    Fill out surgery forms and anesthesia forms during surgery
    Calculate tranquilization
    Tranquilize surgery patients and place IV catheters
    Help with setup for surgery and positioning of patient for surgery
    Intubate patients, attach to monitor, and control the anesthesia machine
    Monitor patient during surgery
    Log controlled drugs
    Perform maintenance of anesthesia machine
    Take vital measurements on patients

  • Other Promote cooperative working environment among staff members; understand the value of teamwork; show enthusiasm and willingness to perform as necessary to help the practice function as a unit.
    Understand and carry out oral and written directions
    Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with other employees
    Promotes continuous quality improvement
    Performs other duties as assigned

    • EXPERIENCE

  • Experience as an Equine Veterinary Technician

  • Work exposure to all aspects of an equine business enterprise

  • Ability to read horse body language and perform advanced handling of horses and foals

  • Work well independently and as part of a team

  • Understanding of the Thoroughbred industry, and the central Kentucky horse industry preferred

    • PERSONAL

  • Work under the broad general administrative supervision of the owners and doctors, and use sound personal judgment in selecting methods, establishing priorities, and arriving at conclusions

  • Be flexible in attitude and work habits

    • Pay Range$16$22 USD

    At PetVet Care Centers, were committed to a Culture of Care for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.


    Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether youre providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.


    You care for pets. We care for you.


    PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V


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