Veterinary Anesthesia Technician – Large Animals

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare anesthesia machines, monitoring devices, and surgical equipment before procedures.
• Assist veterinarians during induction, maintenance, and recovery of anesthesia for large animals.
• Monitor vital signs including heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and temperature during procedures.
• Maintain accurate anesthesia and patient monitoring records.
• Prepare and administer medications under veterinary supervision.
• Ensure proper cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of anesthesia equipment.
• Support emergency and critical care procedures when required.
• Assist in patient handling, positioning, and recovery monitoring.
• Maintain inventory of anesthesia drugs, supplies, and consumables.
• Follow hospital safety, infection control, and animal welfare protocols.

& Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Technology, Veterinary Nursing, Animal Health, or related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in veterinary anesthesia, preferably with large animals.
• Experience handling horses, camels, or livestock is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of anesthesia protocols, monitoring systems, and surgical assistance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced veterinary hospital environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically fit and comfortable working with large animals.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in equine or camel hospital settings.
• Knowledge of emergency and critical care procedures.
• Familiarity with advanced anesthesia monitoring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and patient safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Health insurance
• Annual leave and airfare allowance
• Career development and training opportunities
• Supportive and professional work environment
• Pay: From AED1.00 per month