Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; LaFayette (GA); In loco; USD 29.000 - 37.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee pet discount

Descrizione del lavoro

LaFayette Veterinary Clinic in LaFayette, NY is seeking a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and recovery, and perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placements.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and an employee pet discount.

Competenze

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in New York is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

LVT certification

Animal handling

Radiographs

Site safety/DEA/OSHA awareness

Descrizione del lavoro

Salary: $21 - $27 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This position is scheduled five days per week, with shifts typically starting between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and ending at 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM. The schedule includes one shorter flex day (approximately 6 hours). Rotating Saturday shifts from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM are required approximately once every 1–2 months, with adjusted weekday hours.

LaFayette Veterinary Clinic hiring a full-time Li censed Veterinary Technicianto 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.

We also welcome applications from veterinary technician students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technician program!

What to Expect

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 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 in New York is 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.

About LaFayette Veterinary Clinic

LaFayette Veterinary Clinic is a close-knit, small animal practice in LaFayette, NY, proudly serving our community for over 34 years from our charming historic 1800s building. With a 4.9-star Google rating and recognition as the 2025 Platinum Award winner in Community Votes Syracuse, we take pride in the trust and relationships we've built with local pets and their families. Our dedicated team of five veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, assistants, and receptionists works together to provide compassionate, high-quality care with a strong emphasis on client education and a Fear-Free approach. Many of our team members have been with us for over a decade, reflecting our supportive, collaborative culture. We're also proud to give back through school programs, local shelter drives, and youth sports sponsorships

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.