Licensed Veterinary Technician, Cardiology

The Animal Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign‑on bonus

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

50% discount on veterinary care

Mentorship through VTS process

Continuing education funds

Job summary

Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in New York, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician for the Cardiology Department to support our nonprofit mission and provide world-class care. You will assist veterinarians, perform procedures, maintain records, and participate in teaching and research projects.

Responsibilities include patient care from admission to discharge, client communication, and teamwork within a 140+ vet team across 20+ specialties.

Qualifications

• NYS Veterinary Technician license or permit with general practice and anesthesia experience.
• Ability to handle and restrain all species of animals.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend or kneel for extended periods while assisting with restraint and not mind getting wet.
• Must work well in a team and also work independently.
• Strong documentation and paperwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care from admission through discharge.
• Support veterinarians in all aspects of care and execute treatment directives.
• Perform technical procedures and treatments per protocols.
• Communicate professionally with clients and referral vets.
• Maintain concise treatment progress and charges records.
• Assist with stocking, supplies, and ward cleanliness.

Skills

Vet Tech license

Animal restraint

Teamwork

Independent work

Documentation

Lift 50 lbs

Cardiology knowledge

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician, Cardiology

510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to specifically serve the needs of the Cardiology Department and support our non‑profit mission of delivering world‑class care to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional and compassionate care for our patients from admission through discharge
• Support veterinarians in all facets of care, including interpreting and executing treatment directives
• Complete all necessary technical procedures and treatments, with strict adherence to department and hospital protocols
• Communicate professionally with clients and referral veterinarians
• Maintain concise and accurate records of the patient’s treatment progress and charges
• Maintain stock, order supplies, and assist with cleaning and maintaining cleanliness of ward
• Participate in the training of new employees and volunteers
• Participate in educational and research projects
• All other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• NYS Veterinary Technician’s license (or permit) with general practice and anesthesia experience
• Ability to handle and restrain all species of animal
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to bend or kneel for extended periods of time while helping with patient restraint and not mind getting wet
• Must be able to work successfully as part of a team
• Must also be able work independently and proactively
• Have ability to follow detailed directions and established protocols
• Basic computer skills a must
• Ability to correctly complete large amount of paperwork is necessary
• Must have flexibility necessary to work weekends, holidays and additional hours as needed
• Some experience in cardiology preferred but not required
• Generous sign‑on bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• 50% discount on veterinary care
• Mentorship through the VTS process
• Continuing education funds with rollover options
• NYS Licensing fee reimbursement
• Relocation reimbursement for qualified candidates who live outside the NYC metropolitan area
• 403b matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• You may be eligible for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer

Shift

Pay Range

$32 - $42 USD

Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:

A Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting‑edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.

State‑of‑the‑Art Facilities: AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital’s entire 83,000‑square‑foot space into a state‑of‑the‑art facility unlike any other.

Highlights include: A brand‑new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64‑slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In‑house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT

A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties: With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go‑to place for complex cases.

A Hospital in the heart of NYC: AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.

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