Licensed Veterinary Technician

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Village of Lake Placid (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Mental Health Resources

Discounts on veterinary services and products

Job summary

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide compassionate care and maintain accurate medical records at Lake Placid Animal Hospital. The role includes assisting the Veterinarian in clinical procedures and preparing exam rooms. Key qualifications include a high school diploma and Veterinary Technician Certification or License. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, retirement plans, and discounts on pet care services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones.
• Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy.
• Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Perform physical assessments and record your observations.
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients.
• Explain necessary follow-up and home-care instructions.
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms.
• Assist the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures.
• Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room prepared for surgery.

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Lake Placid Animal Hospital in Lake Placid, NY

$20.00-$25.00 an hour (based on experience)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
• Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
• Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
• Perform physical assessments and record your observations
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Explain necessary follow-up and home‑care instructions
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
• Assist the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures (be comfortable with blood draws; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia; monitor patients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids)
• Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Pharmacy skills, including protocols for filling in‑house
• Radiography and digital imaging
• Monitor vitals by hand and with equipment
• Sample collection and processing for in‑house and reference labs

Our Comprehensive benefit package includes

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support
• Mental Health Resources
• Company‑paid bonding leave or applicable state‑provided bonding leave

Perks for Your Pets Too!

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing
• Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.