Licensed Veterinary Technician

Thrive Pet Healthcare; New York (NY); In loco; USD 41.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources (Lyra Health)

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare and elder”

Free CE courses

Pet perks and veterinary service-discs

Descrizione del lavoro

Center for Veterinary Care in New York, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician for a full-time role. You will work closely with veterinarians to deliver quality care and support medical teams across procedures.

The position requires 30–40 hours weekly with a weekend shift; offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and competitive benefits including a 401(k) with employer match and paid parental leave.

Competenze

• Veterinary technician licensure required.
• 1–2 years of clinical experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or equivalent education, training, and experience.

Mansioni

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and educate clients.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures following state Act guidelines.
• Monitor and assess patient status; collect samples for testing; place catheters.
• Maintain medical records with practice systems; obtain health history from clients.

Conoscenze

Animal care

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Formazione

AVMA-accredited program preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Center for Veterinary Care

New York, NY

Full-Time

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well‑being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.

Our Ideal Candidate:

Passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail. Our Veterinary Technicians are the heartbeat of our team and work side by side with our Veterinarians (DVMs) during procedures.

A full-time position would require working between 30-40 hours a week, which includes a combination of day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. One weekend shift is required.

Job Duties:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Monitoring and assessing patient’s status
• Collecting blood and other samples for testing
• Placing catheters
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Veterinary technician licensure required
• 1-2 years of clinical experience
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squatting, reach, standing, and walking throughout the day.

Benefits – our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Center for Veterinary Care offers primary care services for dogs and cats in the New York City area. We specialize in small animal surgery. Center for Veterinary Care is in the heart of the upper east side of Manhattan and is a well-established, full-service small animal veterinary practice providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your companion animal.

Who We Are

Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care.

Our Support Office teams' power that mission by supporting our hospitals through operational excellence, innovative programs, people-centered culture, and forward-thinking business solutions — all while having plenty of fun along the way.

We nurture pets & people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care—and we are united by a shared set of values.

• Service – delivering exceptional service
• Empathy – leading with care
• Accountability – achieve meaningful outcomes
• Joy – be a source of light
• Exploration – learn to fuel growth
• Team – connect for success

Read more about us here.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a starting rate ranging from $30-35/hr. We are now offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus to all qualified LVT candidates! The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.