Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgical Tech

PAWSitive Veterinary; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A small animal practice in Brooklyn is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to assist with surgeries and provide comprehensive care. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to animal welfare, a valid license, and at least two years of professional experience. The practice prioritizes preventative care and offers a supportive work environment with various employee benefits including paid leave and continuous education. Join our dedicated team to make a difference in the lives of pets.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Active Veterinary Technician license required.
• 2+ years of professional experience, especially in surgical monitoring.
• Commitment to animal welfare and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgeries and manage anesthetic protocols.
• Perform diagnostic imaging and collect lab samples.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.

Skills

Client communication

Veterinary procedures knowledge

Animal restraint techniques

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Anesthesia administration

Radiographic positioning

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgical Tech

• Full-time

PAWSitive Veterinary of New York is a full-service, small animal practice in Brooklyn. We provide high-quality, comprehensive care including preventative medicine, wellness care, dentistry, in-house diagnostics, surgery, and more. Our fantastic team of doctors and technicians is devoted to caring for each pet as their own.We strive for the highest level of integrity and compassion, offering quality care in a friendly atmosphere.

PAWSitive Veterinary’s goal is to keep pets healthy and happy through preventative medicine where we can catch and treat medical conditions early on. We pride ourselves on maintaining ambitious standards with client-centered service- including partnering with otherclinics in the area to have a wide selection of emergency referral services at our fingertips when our clients are in need of after-hours or critical care.We always provide kind and honest care that goes the extra-mile to ensure the health and happiness of all furry and feathered friends.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We're Looking For:

• A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 2+ year professional experience required
• Previous professional experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring; this position is heavily focused on assisting with surgeries
  • The right candidate will be comfortable with all aspects of surgical procedures
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work Saturdays
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

We offer our staff:

• 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 Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• 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 background check.

*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/