Licensed Veterinary Technician

About the role

Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians are dedicated team members who provide high-quality veterinary care in collaboration with our veterinarians. In this role, you will support the medical team, promote the health and well-being of our patients, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the hospital.

Job duties includes, but are not limited to

• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to canine and feline patients
• Assist veterinarians with medical, surgical, and dental procedures.
• Perform administrative duties, including:
• Communicating with clients regarding admissions, discharges, hospitalizations, and medications.
• Entering accurate patient and client information into EzyVet and Smart Flow, including temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, treatments, and other relevant information.
• Obtain patient histories and communicate with clients regarding patient care, hospitalization updates, medications, and diagnostic results.
• Administer oral, intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications and injections in accordance with hospital policy.
• Perform emergency procedures within the scope of the Licensed Veterinary Technician role.
• Safely handle and restrain patients as needed.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia using multiparameter monitoring equipment.
• Monitor and recover patients following anesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Perform venipuncture for blood collection and place intravenous catheters.
• Place nasogastric tubes, central lines, jugular catheters, and urinary catheters.
• Obtain digital radiographs and monitor patients during CT and MRI procedures.
• Administer canine and feline blood products.
• Cross-train in general surgery, specialty surgery, oncology, internal medicine, neurology, and critical care.
• Assist with the training and development of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and other patient care team members.
• Perform clinical laboratory procedures, including fecal flotation examinations, heartworm testing, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures.
• Maintain laboratory records and ensure test results are appropriately documented and communicated.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the uses, dosages, administration, and potential side effects of commonly prescribed medications.
• Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with veterinary orders, hospital policies, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Perform all duties in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and established medical protocols.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited program required.
• Current New York State Veterinary Technician license required.
• Minimum of one year of veterinary experience required.
• At least one year of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred.
• Excellent client service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Compassion and empathy for animals and their owners.
• Genuine commitment to animal health and well-being.
• Strong problem-solving, clinical judgment, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication and active-listening skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust priorities based on patient and organizational needs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to remain composed and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Proficiency with computers, veterinary practice-management systems, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Pay Range

$21 - $31/hr depending on experience level.

We offer our staff

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• *Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
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