Licensed Veterinary Technician

Thrive Pet Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Student loan support tools

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Ontario, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team full-time. The ideal candidate is passionate about animal care and has 1-2 years of clinical experience. Duties include assisting veterinarians during procedures, monitoring patients, and maintaining medical records.

This position offers competitive pay, a $2,500 sign-on bonus, and a variety of benefits including 401(k) with employer match and subsidized childcare. Full-time hours between 30-40 per week are required.

Qualifications

• Veterinary technician licensure required.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Preferred degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with the state's Veterinary Practice Act.
• Monitor and assess patient status.

Skills

Veterinary technician licensure

1-2 years of clinical experience

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Description

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Animal Junction Veterinary Clinic

Ontario, NY - Full-Time

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

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.
• Monitor and assess patient status.
• Collect blood and other samples for testing.
• Place 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 an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squat, reach, stand, and walk throughout the day.

Benefits

• 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 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.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a starting rate ranging from $21-24/hr. We are now offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.