Licensed Veterinary Technician - Patient Care & Surgery

East Meadow Veterinary Center; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Pet Discount

Job summary

East Meadow Veterinary Center is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and an employee pet discount.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York.
• At least 2 years of veterinary experience.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Patient care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Lab work

Radiographs

Injections

IV catheter placement

Medical records

Anesthesia

Safety guidelines

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (NY)

Job description

East Meadow Veterinary Center is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and an employee pet discount.