Licensed Veterinary Technician

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensure tuition support andScholarsh

LVT license reimbursement

CE allowance

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life, long and short term disability

401(k)

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center of Westbury is seeking a licensed veterinary technician (or licensed eligible) to join our ER/ICU team. The position offers a $4,000 sign-on bonus and a compensation range of $31.00-$37.00 per hour based on skill, experience, and licensure status.

Full-time with weekend shifts required, and a strong rewards package supports licensure and career growth. We provide comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician or licensed eligible.
• Experience in ER/ICU settings preferred.
• Ability to monitor anesthesia and assist in imaging.

Responsibilities

• Procedural anesthesia monitoring
• Ability to calculate drug doses
• Full Technician Skill Utilization
• Collecting patient histories & thorough physical exams
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients
• Imaging and advanced procedures
• Paid on-call availability

Skills

Licensed veterinary technician

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug dose calculation

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Job description

This role has a $4,000 sign-on bonus . Bonus paid at 30 days and has a mandatory 12-month retention period

VCA Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center of Westbury, is growing and to better support the pets and people in our community we are in search of a licensed veterinary technician (or licensed eligible) to be a part of our growing ER/ICU hospital team !

Compensation : $31.00 - $37.00 / hour based on skill set, experience, and licensure status

Potential Schedule : Full time, Weekend shift required.

Please take a moment to view our hospital video below and learn a bit more of why VREC Westbury is the right choice for you.

https://vimeo.com/569934798/9784f9280f

ER Licensed Veterinary Technician Duties:

• Procedural anesthesia monitoring
• Ability to calculate drug doses
• Full Technician Skill Utilization
• Collecting patient histories & thorough physical exams
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients
• Imaging and advanced procedures
• Paid on-call availability

VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package!

• Licensure tuition support and scholarships
• LVT license reimbursement
• Generous pay differential for $4 weekends and $2 overnight shifts
• Hefty discounts to VetGirl, and Fear Free Certification
• Free NAVTA membership
• $750 -$1000 CE allowance
• Leadership opportunities (career growth potential)
• Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• VTS career path financial support
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life, long and short term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Infertility Benefits
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k)
• Free access to Plumbs, and educational platforms such as Vetfolio

What Make VCA VREC Westbury Unique?

At VCA VREC, we prioritize your well-being with an on-site social worker, a culture of growth and support, and a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. We foster an environment where you can thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We also know how to have fun! Join us for monthly team-building events like food competitions, Seasonal events, just because days, coffee bars and more. Plus, we celebrate our staff during Vet Tech Week to show appreciation for their hard work. And just wait 'til you experience Spirit Week,

We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged.

(Brief video on life as a technician with VCA from a technician point of view)https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cb5

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

We look forward to getting to know you!

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

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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.