Veterinary Technician — Fast-Paced Surgery & Client Care

Western Veterinary Partners; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Halifax Veterinary Center is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care, exams, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and deliver compassionate support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile technician who enjoys variety, multitasking, and

Qualifications

• 1+ years in veterinary assistant or related role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint.
• Experience assisting with exams, treatments, surgery setup and assisting, radiology, and outpatient procedures.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy, SQ injections, laboratory sample collection, and inpatient nursing care.
• Ability to collect patient histories, obtain weights and vital signs, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate communication with clients and team members, with a collaborative and dependable work ethic.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, stand for extended periods, and safely restrain patients.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Exam/surgery assistance

Phlebotomy

Vital signs recording

Client communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Job description

Halifax Veterinary Center is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care, exams, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and deliver compassionate support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile technician who enjoys variety, multitasking, and