Licensed Veterinary Technician - Cardiology

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team dedicated to improving the lives of pets with heart conditions at a leading veterinary hospital. As a Licensed Veterinary Technician in Cardiology, you'll work closely with board-certified cardiologists, assisting in diagnostic procedures and life-saving treatments. Enjoy a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and numerous benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and continuing education allowances. This role offers a unique opportunity for career advancement in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional development. If you're committed to excellence in veterinary care, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Annual Scrub Allowance

Referral Bonuses

Mental Health Resources

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician with experience in cardiology.
• Ability to mentor and train colleagues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Start appointments and take full patient histories, including vitals.
• Perform digital radiography and understand vital sign interpretations.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.

Skills

Veterinary Technician Certification

Anesthesia Monitoring

Phlebotomy

Medical Math

Digital Radiography

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Anesthesia Equipment

Radiography Equipment

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in NYC is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Cardiology team.

As a Cardiology LVT, you'll play a vital role in improving the lives of pets with heart conditions, working alongside board-certified cardiologists to provide advanced care. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes, from assisting in diagnostic procedures like echocardiograms to supporting life-saving treatments.

This position offers a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.

Schedule:

Tuesday and Wednesday at our Queens location, Thursday and Friday in our Midtown location from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm.

Pay:

$28.00 - $51.00 / hour, depending on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

We offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked during nights and weekends, based on a 4-hour minimum. For example:

• Mon - Fri: 6 pm to 8 am = +$4.50/hr
• Sat & Sun: 8 am to 6 pm = +$4.50/hr
• Sat & Sun: 6 pm to 8 am = +$8.00/hr

As a Cardiology Technician, you will:

• Start appointments and take a full patient history, including vitals such as temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure.
• Perform digital radiography with proper technique and patient positioning.
• Understand normal ranges of vital signs and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs, alerting Veterinarians to changes and issues.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
• Calculate medical math and administer medications appropriately.
• Perform phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia, using anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
• Mentor and train colleagues with patience and empathy.

Why BluePearl?

• We are passionate about pets, offering Trupanion pet insurance and discounts on treatments, procedures, and food.
• We support your growth with skill-based leveling, talent development programs, and leadership workshops, providing endless career advancement opportunities within Mars Veterinary Health.
• We emphasize continuous learning with annual CE allowances, free sessions, BluePearl University, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.

Employee Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Paid Time Off and holiday plans.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Annual scrub allowance of $200 store credit for full-time associates.
• Access to mental health resources, social workers, and support platforms.
• Referral bonuses, licensure, and VTNE reimbursements.
• VTS benefits for pursuing and established VTS technicians.

Continuing Education:

Annual reimbursements of $500 for CVTs and $750 for VTSs, with rollover options. Full-time associates receive paid CE hours annually, with pro-rated benefits for new hires. CE hours can be carried over up to 24 hours.

BluePearl is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Accommodations are available upon request during the application process.