Licensed Veterinary Technician

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) retirement plan with company-mp

Pet discount programs

Continuing education support

Job summary

VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst in Amherst, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a compassionate, AAHA-accredited hospital. The role includes anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, dentistry, radiology, and lab work, with a focus on excellent patient care and client communication.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, continuing education, and a supportive team culture where your expertise is valued and your voice matters.

Qualifications

• Active veterinary technician license in New York state.
• Strong clinical skills across exams, anesthesia, dentistry and radiology.
• Experience in hospital patient care and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and assess patients.
• Monitor anesthesia during procedures and assist surgeons.
• Assist in dentistry, radiology, and laboratory work.
• Perform venipuncture and catheter placement as needed.
• Support hospitalized patients and provide compassionate care.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Physical examinations

Patient assessment

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dentistry

Radiology

Laboratory work

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Pharmacy

Patient recovery

Compassionate care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician !

Location: 3921 Main St, Amherst, NY 14226

Compensation: The pay range for this position is $22-$26/hr

About Us

At VCA Blue Cross Animal Hospital of Amherst, we're more than just a veterinary hospital-we're a compassionate, close-knit team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to every patient and client who walks through our doors. As a full-service, AAHA-accredited and Cat Friendly Certified hospital in Erie County, NY, we pride ourselves on combining high-quality medicine with a warm, supportive environment where both pets and people feel valued.

Our team shares a genuine passion for animal health, client education, and collaboration, and we believe that great care starts with great people. That's why we foster a workplace culture built on respect, growth, and mutual support, where your skills are recognized and your voice matters.

We're currently seeking a licensed professional who brings not only clinical expertise, but also a commitment to compassionate care and teamwork. If you're looking to join a practice where you can make a meaningful impact while working alongside dedicated, like-minded colleagues, we'd love to meet you.

Why VCA

We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

Career Support

• Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
• Advancement and leadership opportunities
• Internal CE and development opportunities
• Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
• Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more

Health & Well Being

• Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
• Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
• Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
• Access to Headspace app
• Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
• Growing network of onsite social workers

Other Perks

• Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication

Why We Want You!

As a member of the VCA Blue Cross Amherst, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent-you delivering an outstanding client experience-so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.

You have worked hard to gain experience and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Radiology
• Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.