Licensed Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Competitive Compensation

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join their compassionate team. This role offers a chance to work with a variety of cases, providing essential medical and surgical care for pets. With a commitment to animal welfare and a supportive environment, you will have opportunities for professional growth through various training programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping animals. Join a team that values your expertise and dedication to providing the best care possible!

Qualifications

• Active Veterinary Technician license with 2+ years of experience required.
• Proficiency in anesthesia and surgical monitoring is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform pet restraint, triage patients, and manage medical care.
• Assist in surgical procedures and communicate treatment plans.

Skills

Veterinary Technician License

Anesthesia Administration

Surgical Monitoring

Client Communication

Animal Restraint Techniques

Sample Collection Methods

Radiographic Positioning

Veterinary Procedures Knowledge

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 2003 by Dr. Andrew Kaplan, a Board-Certified Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist, City Veterinary Care offers both high-quality general practice and specialty medical and surgical care for dogs and cats. Our highly acclaimed veterinarians, our knowledgeable and caring front desk staff, and our skilled and compassionate veterinary nursing team instill, with confidence, what every pet owner desires- the best possible care for their pets! We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including preventative care, vaccines & monitoring, dentistry, 24-hour nursing care, specialty care and state of the art equipment.

City Veterinary Care is committed to helping all of New York City's dogs and cats! We operate a non-profit organization, The Toby Project, the objective of which is to help solve New York City's pet overpopulation problem.

Our hours of operation are:

• Monday- Friday: 8:30am - 6:00pm
• Saturday & Sunday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

To learn more about us click City Vet!

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands-on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're Looking For:

• Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians with an active license required, 2+ years professional experience required
• Experience and proficiency in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring is required, this position will be heavily involved in surgical procedures
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work weekends
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Job Types: Both full-time and part-time positions available!

Pay: $30-40/hr. based on experience

Expected hours: 12 – 36 per week

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full-time employment status vs part-time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: here.