Licensed Neurology Veterinary Technician - Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists

Atlanticcoastvet; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 45,088 - 55,117; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle relief fund

Job summary

Atlanticcoastvet in Bohemia, New York is seeking a Licensed Neurology Veterinary Technician to support hospital operations by providing dedicated veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of tasks, including determining animal requirements, assisting during surgeries, and maintaining medical records.

This role requires a valid Licensed Veterinary Technician qualification, as well as a high school diploma or GED. The position is full-time with a schedule from Monday to Thursday.

We offer competitive compensation, medical benefits, and ongoing education opportunities for our team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by determining animal requirements and conducting examinations.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assisting the veterinarian.
• Maintain medical records and communicate with pet owners.

Job description

Licensed Neurology Veterinary Technician - Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists

We are seeking a Licensed Neurology Veterinary Technician to support hospital operations by providing dedicated veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.

Position Overview

Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) required.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience with running MRI's
• Surgery experience.

Schedule

Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster).
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution.
• Team Member Pet Discounts.
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP.
• CE stipends and career development resources.
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship.
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources.

Pay Range

$32.73 – $40.01 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.