Licensed Veterinary Technician - Day

BluePearl Pet Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 70,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Annual CE allowance and free training

Mental health support including therapy sessions

Pet insurance and associate discounts

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Queens, NY, is looking for an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our daytime Emergency team. Responsibilities include inducing anesthesia, triaging emergency cases, and performing digital radiography. This role offers a competitive pay range of $30.00 - $51.00 per hour plus shift differentials, based on experience.

We provide extensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support. Join us to advance your career in a collaborative culture focused on exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Veterinary Technician credential.
• Experience in emergency veterinary medicine preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia in patients.
• Triage emergency cases and obtain vital signs.
• Perform digital radiography and interpret results.
• Initiate CPR for patients at risk.
• Mentor and train co-workers.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Triage emergency cases

Digital radiography

Patient vital signs understanding

Medical math proficiency

Phlebotomy

Intravenous catheter placement

Mentoring and training

Client communication

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Queens, NY is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our daytime Emergency team.

Schedule

Thurs-Sat, 3x12 hour shifts

Base Pay

$30.00 - $51.00 / hour + shift differentials

Pay is based on experience and progression through our competency assessment program.

Shift Differentials

• Mon–Fri | 6 PM–8 AM: + $4.50/hr
• Sat–Sun | 8 AM–6 PM: + $4.50/hr
• Sat–Sun | 6 PM–8 AM: + $8.00/hr

As An Emergency Veterinary Technician, You Will

• Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
• Triage emergency cases as they arrive at the hospital including obtaining vitals such as temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure.
• Perform digital radiography using proper technique including proper positioning of patients.
• Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
• Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs and alert Veterinarian to changes and issues.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
• Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Are proficient at performing phlebotomy and placing intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels.
• Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
• Have a passion for mentoring and training other co-workers.
• Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.

Why BluePearl?

We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day.

We Also Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more
• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals
• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support
• Company-paid disability coverage
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually
• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses

Equal Opportunity

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Visa

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.