Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgical Tech

TieTalent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a full-service veterinary practice as a Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgical Tech. In this role, you will provide essential care for patients, manage surgical procedures, and ensure high-quality standards in a supportive environment. Opportunities for continued training and professional development are available.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Tuition assistance program

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Active veterinary technician license required.
• 2+ years of professional experience.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and manage nursing care.
• Assist in surgical procedures and anesthetic management.
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans to clients.

Skills

Communication

Animal restraint techniques

Patient care management

Surgical assistance

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgical Tech

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgical Tech

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About

Company Description

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 other clinics 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.

Our Hours Of Operation Are

Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm

Saturday: 9am - 3pm

Sunday: Closed

To learn more about us, click here!

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $25 - 30 /hr dependent on experience

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 Assistance Program

Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster

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 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/

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• Brooklyn, New York
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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