Future Opening: Licensed Veterinary Technician

COMPANION ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Employee pet health discount

CE opportunities

Job summary

Companion Animal Medical Center in Rotterdam, NY seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician. The role offers full- or part-time schedules and requires NY state licensure and an AA.S degree.

You will work closely with veterinarians and support staff to perform routine clinical tasks, assist during visits, and help with diagnostics and patient care. Candidates should be team players, patient, and comfortable in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in veterinary sciences required.
• New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician licensure required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood and perform laboratory tasks.
• Assist in office visits and emergency triage.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgery prep.
• Take radiographs and perform ultrasound when qualified.
• Restock supplies and maintain clinic cleanliness.
• Provide client education and compassionate care.
• Enter charges in the computer system.

Skills

Team-oriented

Flexible schedule

People & animals friendly

Outgoing demeanor

Multitasker

Calm under pressure

Computer literacy

Lift 50 lbs

Education

Associate's Degree (A.A.S) in Veterinary Sciences

Job description

Position: Licensed Veterinary Technician

Schedule: Full time or Part Time

Required education: Associate’s Degree (A.A.S) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in Veterinary Sciences.

*********Required license or certification: New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician

Salary Information: We offer our technicians a competitive salary and great benefits including health insurance, paid vacation, employee pet health discount, CE opportunities and more.

Companion Animal Medical Center, located in Rotterdam, NY has an immediate opening for a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Applicants must be focused, organized, self motivated, outgoing and friendly. Your technical skills will be utilized and challenged, with room for growth and continued learning on a daily basis.

A new addition to our staff should have a strong worth ethic, be a true team player, proficient in client education, have strong interpersonal skills, have the ability to lift 50 lbs.

Duties and Responsibilities may include the following:

• Draw blood and complete various laboratory tasks.
• Assist in office visits.
• Perform triage tasks for emergency patients.
• Monitor anesthesia and prepare patient for surgery.
• Perform ultrasound exams (based on qualifications).
• Take x-rays.
• Place IV catheters.
• Obtain patient history from clients.
• Enter charges into computer system at the end of each client visit.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of all working areas.
• Daily cleaning
• Monitor and care for all inpatient animals (this includes walking, feeding and cleaning).
• Call and update/answer questions for clients.
• Perform routine dental procedures.
• Restrain animals safely.
• Show respect and compassion for all clients, coworkers, and animals both alive and deceased.
• Maintain client confidentiality at all times.
• Assist with end of life services.
• Administer and store medication correctly.
• Restock supplies throughout the hospital.
• Laundry
• Fulfill other duties assigned by management on an as needed basis.

Qualifications:

Team-oriented

Flexible schedule and availability for afternoon, evening, and Saturday’s

Must enjoy being around people and animals.

Outgoing and friendly

A superb multitasker

Able to handle emotionally charged situations

Proficient with computers

Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and prefers to be busy

About Us

Companion Animal Medical Center is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Rotterdam, NY. Dr. Rachael Ragozzino, Dr. Samantha Weglinski, and Dr. Jessica Schiller are licensed veterinarians, treating small companion animals. Your pet’s health and well-being is very important to us and we will make every effort to give your pet the best care possible.

Our team understands just how important your pet is to your family. When bringing your pet into our facility, you will be greeted by friendly, knowledgeable staff members who will treat you and your pet as a member of our own family.

We offer a wide range of services to care for your pet. Our integrated digital medicine seeks to provide top medical, surgical and dental care for your animal. In addition to high quality pet care, our clinic was created to offer a comfortable, calming environment so both the pet and pet parent can have the best experience possible.