Licensed Veterinary Technician

Ace Veterinary; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance

Paid time off

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

Continuing education

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Personal pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Holiday pay

Job summary

A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital in Hopewell Junction, NY, is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a premier, multi-doctor practice.

The role includes animal restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, nursing care, medication administration, and communicating treatment plans with clients. We offer a $3,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, CE allowance, tuition reimbursement, and other perks.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license.
• 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
• Punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• 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 sample collection methods including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture; dental radiography a plus
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to hazards

Responsibilities

• Restraint of animals and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples; diagnostic imaging.
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.
• Administration of medications; communicate treatment plans with clients.
• Surgical preparation and assistance; anesthetic management.

Skills

Licensed Vet Tech

Animal restraint

Radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Medical records

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Tools

Radiography equipment

Dental radiography

Job description

** $3,000 Sign-On Bonus Now Available for Qualified Candidates!**

A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital is a premier, multi-doctor companion animal practice located in Hopewell Junction, NY. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technology and offers a wide range of services, including preventive care, wellness check-ups, surgery, and dental case management.

At A.C.E., our mission is to focus on preventative care to help our patients lead longer, healthier lives. With over 20 years of experience in the area, Dr. Brooke Wehrlin and Dr. Preston Kellner are dedicated to delivering compassionate, top-quality care to both pets and their families. We take great pride in our exceptional client communication and the warm, welcoming environment we've created for both clients and patients alike. With a team of skilled veterinarians and dedicated support staff, we are committed to utilizing cutting-edge technology and expert care to keep pets and our local community happy, healthy, and thriving!

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of 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

• A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• 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
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• 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

** $3,000 Sign-On Bonus Now Available for Qualified Candidates!**

We offer our staff:

• 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• 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 pre-employment screening.

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

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