Veterinary Technician

Vetpracticepartners; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Pet discount

Job summary

Oath Animal Hospital is accepting applications for a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional client service in East Meadow, NY. The role offers competitive hourly pay and a sign-on bonus, with shifts starting as early as 7:45 AM and extending to closing, including Saturdays.

We expect candidates to assist veterinarians with care, perform lab work and radiographs, and maintain medical records while upholding safety and

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification is preferred not required.
• 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 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

Animal handling

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Safety guidelines

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Tools

Radiography equipment

IV catheter placement tools

Job description

Salary: $24.00 - $35.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. Join our team and earn a competitive sign-on bonus!

Schedule:This is a full-time position. Shifts may begin as early as 7:45 AM and end at closing, typically around 6:00 PM. Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Starts and end times may be adjusted based on business needs.

Oath Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician or 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.

What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with Oath Animal Hospital

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

KeyResponsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification is preferred not required.
• 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.

AboutOath Animal Hospital

Oath Animal Hospital, a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital, opened its doors in May 2023 in East Meadow. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including preventive care, dental care, diagnostic imaging, surgery, and an in-house pharmacy for pets in the greater East Meadow and Long Island areas.

The operation is led by Dr. Michael Funk, Medical Director, Owner, and Founder of Oath Veterinary Services, who brings over 15 years of veterinary experience to the clinic. Dr. Funk has been named Bethpage’s Best Veterinarian on Long Island for 11 consecutive years.

In its inaugural year, Oath Animal Hospital was honored with multiple Best of Long Island 2024 awards, including:

• Best Animal Hospital on Long Island
• Best Place to Work

The hospital also maintains a 5-star rating on Google, a testament to the exceptional care and client experience provided by the Oath team.

Oath Animal Hospital is proud to be an active member of the local community. We regularly participate in special events such as Tech Week and host engaging community experiences like Brie Bear’s Bear Repair , where children bring their stuffed animals in for fun, educational check-ups.

We are also deeply committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and equality, ensuring every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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