Licensed Vet Tech — Shelter Medicine & Surgery

Animal Care Center of NYC; New York (NY); In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Descrizione del lavoro

Animal Care Center of NYC is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our medical team in a fast-paced shelter environment.

You will administer meds, assist in surgery, and help manage hospitalized patients, with opportunities to work across locations and ongoing training.

New York State licensure is required; strong critical thinking, teamwork, and physical stamina are essential for this role.

Competenze

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology.
• Licensure in NYS to practice veterinary technology.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and stand for prolonged periods.

Mansioni

• Administer drugs and vaccines by all routes as directed by the staff veterinarian.
• Perform LVT examinations in SOAP format as needed.
• Interpret clinical information and think critically to act swiftly and accordingly.
• Handle, restrain and triage all animals entering shelter.
• Regularly perform peripheral blood sampling and IV catheter placement.
• Assist with all aspects of surgery – pre, intra, and postoperatively including anesthesia monitoring.

Conoscenze

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Self-starter

Physical strength

Formazione

Associates or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology

Licensure in NYS

Descrizione del lavoro

Animal Care Center of NYC is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our medical team in a fast-paced shelter environment.

You will administer meds, assist in surgery, and help manage hospitalized patients, with opportunities to work across locations and ongoing training.

New York State licensure is required; strong critical thinking, teamwork, and physical stamina are essential for this role.