Licensed Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Overview
Join our dynamic emergency veterinary team as a Licensed Veterinary Technician and make a vital difference in the lives of animals during their most critical moments! This energetic role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, compassionate environment where your skills and dedication directly impact animal health and well-being. As a key member of our emergency care team, you will utilize your veterinary expertise to provide exceptional patient care, support veterinarians, and ensure smooth clinic operations. A generous sign-on bonus up to $5,000 is available to recognize your commitment and expertise.

Our facility is a mission driven not for profit that focuses on the community's pets and our people. We strive to lead by our values of collaboration, servant leadership, respect, intergrity and

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures, including animal restraint, catheterization/venipuncture, and administering treatments.
• Perform laboratory tests, interpret results, and maintain accurate medical records to support diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Maintain aseptic techniques during surgical preparations and wound management to prevent infections.
• Operate diagnostic imaging equipment such as X-ray machines with precision, ensuring high-quality images for accurate diagnosis.
• Monitor vital signs and provide critical care for animals in urgent need, demonstrating veterinary critical care experience.
• Support animal husbandry tasks including feeding, cleaning, and general care to promote recovery and well-being.
• Assist with pet care education for clients on topics like animal physiology, anatomy, and proper handling techniques.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the treatment area while adhering to strict infection control protocols.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Maintains controlled drug inventory and related logbooks. Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of a veterinarian and monitor animals’ responses to anesthetics so dosages can be adjusted.

· Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery. Administers emergency first aid such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.

· Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces such as urinalyses and blood counts to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems. Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.

· Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.

· Takes and develops diagnostic radiographs using x-ray equipment. Bathes animals, clips nails or claws, and brushes and cuts animals’ hair.

· Prepares treatment rooms for surgery. Cleans kennels, animal holding areas, surgery suites, examination rooms, and animal loading/unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.

· Provides veterinarians with the correct equipment and instruments. Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.

· Assists with animal euthanasia and the disposal of remains.

· Provides information and counseling regarding issues such as animal health care, behavior problems, and nutrition.

· Dresses and sutures wounds and applies splints and other protective devices.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· General understanding of animal physiology and veterinary terminology.

· Strong client service skills.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited institution, plus NYS Licensure or eligible to be licensed.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination preferred

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of standing, reaching, bending, and lifting.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Pay: $23.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person