Licensed Veterinary Technician

West Hempstead Animal Hospital • Full-time • West Hempstead, NY, US • USD $23 / hour • 4m ago

Company Description

At West Hempstead Animal Hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including vaccinations, health certificates, disease prevention, orthopedics, cardiology, dental care, weight management, soft tissue surgery, and internal medicine diagnosis and treatment. We care for dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and other small mammals.

Our team of friendly, highly trained professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional care. From our welcoming receptionists to our knowledgeable licensed veterinary technicians, each staff member plays a key role in supporting our doctors to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced medical equipment, including in-house laboratory diagnostics and digital radiology. We are proud to have been named 2021 Best Veterinarian of Nassau County!

Our hours of operation are:

Mon-Fri: 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
Sat: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sun: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

To learn more about us click here .

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're Looking For:

A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Availability to work some weekends
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $23/hr and up to start depending on experience.

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:

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