Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Vetcor•Fort Plain, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Fort Plain Animal Hospital in Fort Plain, NY is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our high-quality, multi-doctor, full-service animal hospital. We’re dedicated to active learning and advanced medical procedures, and our Veterinary Technicians play an integral role in delivering excellent medical care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. We combine a professional approach to veterinary medicine with a fun-loving team atmosphere. If you’re an experienced LVT who takes pride in your technical skills, communicates with compassion, and wants to continue learning and growing alongside a dedicated veterinary team, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

Current veterinary technician licensure appropriate for practice in New York
Experience with surgical assistance and patient care
Experience with venipuncture and laboratory procedures
Experience with radiology and diagnostic imaging
Experience monitoring and maintaining anesthetized patients
Experience with pharmacy duties and medical records
Strong technical and patient-monitoring skills
Excellent customer service and communication skills
A caring and compassionate approach to patients and their families
Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
Ability to work effectively in a busy, team-oriented veterinary environment
A professional, dependable, and collaborative approach
A desire to continue learning and developing your veterinary skills

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
Provide skilled surgical assistance and support
Prepare patients, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures
Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures
Monitor and maintain anesthetized patients with close attention to patient safety
Perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic samples
Perform laboratory procedures and assist with diagnostic testing
Assist with radiology and diagnostic imaging
Perform pharmacy duties and support accurate medication preparation and dispensing
Provide attentive nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients
Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients
Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records
Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients about patient care
Provide excellent customer service throughout the client experience
Collaborate with veterinarians and fellow support team members to maintain efficient hospital workflow
Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked patient-care areas
Contribute to a positive, professional, and supportive hospital environment