About the role
Job Description
Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians are dedicated team members who provide high-quality veterinary care in collaboration with our veterinarians. In this role, you will support the medical team, promote the health and well-being of our patients, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the hospital.
Job duties includes, but are not limited to:
* Provide compassionate, high-quality care to canine and feline patients * Assist veterinarians with medical, surgical, and dental procedures. * Perform administrative duties, including: * Communicating with clients regarding admissions, discharges, hospitalizations, and medications. * Entering accurate patient and client information into EzyVet and Smart Flow, including temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, treatments, and other relevant information. * Obtain patient histories and communicate with clients regarding patient care, hospitalization updates, medications, and diagnostic results. * Administer oral, intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications and injections in accordance with hospital policy. * Perform emergency procedures within the scope of the Licensed Veterinary Technician role. * Safely handle and restrain patients as needed. * Induce and monitor anesthesia using multiparameter monitoring equipment. * Monitor and recover patients following anesthesia and surgical procedures. * Perform venipuncture for blood collection and place intravenous catheters. * Place nasogastric tubes, central lines, jugular catheters, and urinary catheters. * Obtain digital radiographs and monitor patients during CT and MRI procedures. * Administer canine and feline blood products. * Cross-train in general surgery, specialty surgery, oncology, internal medicine, neurology, and critical care. * Assist with the training and development of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and other patient care team members. * Perform clinical laboratory procedures, including fecal flotation examinations, heartworm testing, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures. * Maintain laboratory records and ensure test results are appropriately documented and communicated. * Demonstrate knowledge of the uses, dosages, administration, and potential side effects of commonly prescribed medications. * Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with veterinary orders, hospital policies, and applicable regulations. * Perform other duties as assigned by management. * Perform all duties in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and established medical protocols.
Qualifications
* Associate or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology from an accredited program required. * Current New York State Veterinary Technician license required. * Minimum of one year of veterinary experience required. * At least one year of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred. * Excellent client service and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. * Compassion and empathy for animals and their owners. * Genuine commitment to animal health and well-being. * Strong problem-solving, clinical judgment, and critical-thinking skills. * Effective verbal and written communication and active-listening skills. * Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust priorities based on patient and organizational needs. * Strong organizational and time-management skills. * Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. * Ability to remain composed and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. * Proficiency with computers, veterinary practice-management systems, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Additional Information
***$2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates***
Pay Range: $21 - $31/hr depending on experience level.
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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