Surgical Veterinary Technician — Collaborative Team, Growth

Innovetive PetCare; Locust Valley (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

PTO and holidays

Employee pet discounts

Licensing fees paid

Continuing education

Job summary

Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic in Locust Valley, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our surgical team. You will provide nursing care, assist with anesthesia, and help maintain a high standard of patient care.

The ideal candidate holds a NY LVT license, has 3 years of veterinary experience, and is able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while educating clients on postoperative care.

Qualifications

• Current NYS LVT license in good standing.
• 3 years of veterinary medicine experience.
• Surgical or anesthesia experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing nursing care including restraint, catheter placement, postoperative monitoring, wound care, and bandage changes.
• Assisting veterinarians with surgical procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia induction and monitoring, and recovery care.
• Monitoring vital signs and ensuring patient safety throughout all surgical procedures.
• Performing diagnostic and laboratory procedures, including blood collection, urinalysis, cytology, and in-house laboratory testing.
• Preparing and maintaining surgical suites, equipment, and instruments.
• Administering medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and utilizing our practice management software effectively.
• Educating clients on postoperative care, medications, and follow-up instructions.
• Ensuring a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients, clients, and team members.

Education

New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license

3 years of veterinary medicine experience

Surgical or anesthesia experience preferred

Job description

Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic in Locust Valley, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our surgical team. You will provide nursing care, assist with anesthesia, and help maintain a high standard of patient care.

The ideal candidate holds a NY LVT license, has 3 years of veterinary experience, and is able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while educating clients on postoperative care.