Licensed Veterinary Technician

Marsveterinary; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 32,373 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

CE allowance

VTNE/ VTS support

Disability coverage

Mental health support

Pet insurance

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Buffalo, NY is seeking a skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our thriving emergency team. The role offers a dynamic environment with exposure to critical care, CPR, advanced catheter placements, and ventilator management.

Candidate must be a licensed veterinary technician with dedication to high-quality patient care and teamwork. Competitive compensation with shift differentials and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with emergency care experience.
• Ability to triage and manage critical patients.
• Mentor/train fellow staff in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Triage and obtain patient history.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
• Place IVCs and central lines or PICCs.
• Monitor ventilator cases.
• Collaborate with team to provide advanced medicine.
• Mentor and train associates.
• Nurse critically ill patients back to health.
• Perform other related duties.

Skills

Triage and history taking

CPR and arrest management

Vascular access (IV/central lines/PICC

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

IV catheters

Ventilators management

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Buffalo, NY is seeking a skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our thriving and collaborative emergency team.

Pay: $23.50 - $45.00 / hour + competitive shift differentials

This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

We also offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends. Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum.

• Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = +$3.50/hr. Shift Differential

• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = +$3.50/hr. Shift Differential

• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = +$5.00/hr. Shift Differential

As a Veterinary Technician, you will:

• Triage and obtain patient history

• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.

• Place IVC's and advanced catheters like jugular catheters, central lines or PICC lines.

• Monitor and care for ventilator cases

• Work alongside other skilled technicians and assistants in providing excellent, advanced medicine to your patients.

• Have a passion for helping mentor and and train fellow associates.

• Nurse critically ill patients back to health and reunite them with their pet parents.

• Perform other relevant roles/responsibilities.

Why BluePearl?

We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day.

We also offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more.

• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals.

• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support.

• Company-paid disability coverage.

• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually.

• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.