Licensed Veterinary Technician - Inpatient Care

Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center; Town of Orchard Park (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Sign-on bonus

Shift differentials

Job summary

Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center in Western New York is seeking an experienced Inpatient Care Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our 24-hour hospital.

The role focuses on nursing hospitalized patients, implementing treatment plans, monitoring progress, and maintaining accurate records using EzyVet and Smart Flow. Must hold NYS LVT license and have at least two years of veterinary experience.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in veterinary technology from an accredited program.
• Current NYS Veterinary Technician license required.
• Minimum two years veterinary experience; one year as LV T preferred.
• Strong client service, interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to hospitalized patients, including hygiene, comfort, mobility assistance, and prescribed nutritional support.
• Carry out veterinarian-directed treatment plans, assist with procedures, and safely handle and restrain patients.
• Monitor vital signs, pain, intake and output, and treatment response; report changes and provide rounds and handoffs.
• Maintain inpatient records in EzyVet and Smart Flow, including assessments, treatments, medications, diagnostics, and update calls.
• Relay approved updates to hospitalized pet family and document calls.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications, injections, fluids, and blood products; monitor for adverse reactions.
• Collect blood samples, place IV catheters, and place and maintain feeding tubes and catheters.
• Provide post-anesthesia and postoperative monitoring, recovery, and nursing care; assist with emergencies.
• Obtain radiographs, assist with CT/MRI monitoring, and perform clinical lab testing; document results.

Skills

Client service

Teamwork

Empathy

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology

New York State Veterinary Technician license

Tools

EzyVet

Smart Flow

Microsoft Office

Job description

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates***

Company Description

Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center, or OPVMC for short, has been a trusted name in veterinary care in the Western NY area for over 60 years. Our experienced veterinarians and medical staff are dedicated to providing exceptional care for every pet who works through our door.

Since OPVMC provides services 24 hours per day, we are always looking for highly motivated and dedicated professionals who may be interested in joining our team. We offer competitive benefits including flexible schedules, paid time off, quality benefits, continuing education opportunities, special rate employee pet care, and more! Shift differentials are applicable for certain positions and shifts.

Job Description

Our Inpatient Care LVT provides compassionate, high-quality nursing care exclusively to hospitalized patients within the hospital. Working closely with veterinarians and the patient care team, you will carry out treatment plans, monitor patient progress, recognize changes in condition, and support safe, efficient inpatient care. This is a hospital-based inpatient role, not an outpatient or client-facing position.

Job Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized patients, including hygiene, comfort, mobility assistance, and prescribed nutritional support
• Carry out veterinarian-directed treatment plans, assist with procedures, and safely handle and restrain patients
• Monitor vital signs, pain, intake and output, and treatment response; promptly report changes and provide thorough rounds and shift handoffs
• Maintain accurate inpatient records in EzyVet and Smart Flow, including assessments, treatments, medications, diagnostic results, and update calls
• Relay approved updates to hospitalized pet family and document calls
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications, injections, fluids, and blood products; monitor for adverse reactions and understand medication uses, dosages, and side effects
• Collect blood samples, place intravenous catheters, and place and maintain feeding tubes, central lines, jugular catheters, and urinary catheters as ordered
• Provide post-anesthesia and postoperative monitoring, recovery, and nursing care; recognize emergencies and assist with emergency procedures as needed
• Obtain radiographs, assist with CT and MRI monitoring, and perform clinical laboratory testing for hospitalized patients; document results and communicate findings to the medical team
• Maintain inpatient nursing skills across surgery, oncology, internal medicine, neurology, and critical care, and assist with training patient care team members
• Maintain a clean, organized, well-stocked inpatient environment and follow patient safety and infection prevention protocols
• Follow veterinary orders, applicable regulations, and hospital policies and medical protocols
• Perform other assigned duties consistent with inpatient care as needed

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology from an accredited program required
• Current New York State Veterinary Technician license required
• Minimum of two years of veterinary experience required
• At least one year of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred
• Excellent client service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Compassion and empathy for animals and their owners
• Genuine commitment to animal health and well-being
• Strong problem-solving, clinical judgment, and critical-thinking skills
• Effective verbal and written communication and active-listening skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust priorities based on patient and organizational needs
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to remain composed and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Proficiency with computers, veterinary practice-management systems, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Additional Information

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates***

Pay Range: $24 - $34/hr. depending on experience level. Shift differential available.

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 pre-employment screening.

• 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/