Licensed Veterinary Technician

jobr.pro; West Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

jobr.pro is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician in West Hempstead, NY. The role includes job duties like animal restraint, lab sample analysis, and surgical assistance. Candidates must have an active license and prefer some professional experience.

This position offers a pay range starting at $23/hr and includes comprehensive benefits like health, dental, and 401k matching. Opportunities for continuing education and career development are also available.

Qualifications

• Must have an active veterinary license.
• 1+ year professional experience preferred.
• Availability for weekend shifts required.
• Excellent communication and record management skills.
• Proficient in blood, urine, and other specimen collections.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for animal restraint and triage.
• Conduct lab sample collection and analysis.
• Manage nursing care of hospitalized cases.
• Prepare for surgeries and assist in procedures.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.

Skills

Veterinary procedures knowledge

Animal restraint techniques

Client communication

Sample collection methods

Anesthesia administration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Job Description

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

We’re Looking For:

• 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
• Availability to work some weekends
• 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

Pay Range: $23/hr and up to start depending on experience.

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• 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
• Career Development Opportunities
• 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 background check.

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

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/