Licensed Veterinary Technician

CareVet; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established small animal clinic in Cortland, NY is seeking a full-time/part-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT). Responsibilities include patient care, assisting veterinarians, and maintaining client communication. The clinic offers a supportive environment for new graduates and experienced professionals alike.

Benefits

Medical and life insurance including vision and dental

Disability

Revenue share bonus program

401k with match

Paid time off

Financial assistance/coverage of continuing education costs

Qualifications

• License to practice as an LVT in New York required.
• Experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and update patient charts.
• Assist veterinarian during appointments as needed.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and monitor IV fluid administration.

Skills

Communication

Timeliness

Client Relationship Management

Willingness to Learn

Education

Associate of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Science Technology

Job description

Crossroads Veterinary Clinic
Cortland, NY

Crossroads Veterinary Clinic is a well-established small animal clinic located in Cortland, NY. Our four
veterinarians provide wellness care as well as sick exams, and we offer routine soft tissue surgeries and basic dental
surgeries.

We are looking for a full-time/part-time LVT. Our current hours of operation are 8a-6p M-F. Applicants must have
weekend availability. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Duties and responsibilities

-Obtain patient history and update patient charts.
-Ensure appointments are in exam rooms and ready for the veterinarian in a timely manner.
-Assist veterinarian during appointments as needed.
-Appropriately restrain animals in ways to minimize fear and stress.
-Collect and process specimens for both in-house testing and outside laboratory testing.
-Properly position animals for radiographs using the correct settings techniques.
-Successfully perform venipuncture and place intravenous catheters.
-Obtain vital readings on hospitalized patients and monitor IV fluid administration.
-Execute anesthetic induction and monitoring during surgeries.
-Perform dental prophylaxis, charting, and radiographs.
-Admit and discharge hospitalized patients.
-Keep patient chart up to date including lab results.
-Maintain clear and open client communication.
-Promote client education.
-Must be able to lift 50 lbs., stand for prolonged periods of time, bend and squat.

Requirements
-Associate of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Science Technology.
-License to practice as an LVT in New York.
-Experience preferred but not required outside of educational requirements.

Skills
-Be able to perform all duties correctly and in a timely manner.
-Foster positive and communicative relationships with clients and co-workers.
-Be willing to learn new things and expand knowledge base and skill set.

Benefits
-Medical and life insurance including vision and dental
-Disability
-Revenue share bonus program
-401k with match
-Paid time off
-Financial assistance/coverage of continuing education costs