Licensed Veterinary Technician - Triage Specialist
About The Position
We are looking for a dynamic and compassionate Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team as a Triage Specialist. In this critical role, you will be the first point of contact for pet owners in need of emergent care, playing a vital role in assessing and prioritizing cases to ensure every pet receives timely and appropriate care. We are a 24-hour Emergency, Specialty and Critical Care center located in Syracuse, New York. We currently have a large team of full and part time emergency clinicians, as well as board certified specialists in surgery, internal medicine, radiology, critical care, and oncology. We also have a physical rehabilitation suite including underwater treadmill, hydrotherapy pool, and exercise room. Attached to the VMC is an IDEXX reference laboratory, which enables accurate test results with a fast turnaround time for hospitalized patients. We are currently seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to serve as a Triage Specialist for our busy ER/Specialty practice. We provide a supportive, collaborative workplace that prioritizes work/life harmony. We foster both professional and personal development and keep our focus on our team's overall wellness. We're proud of the excellent patient care we provide, and would love to add you to our team! The VMC is deeply invested in our licensed technical staff, and one of our long-term goals is to advance the position of the LVT within the veterinary profession. We also offer seasonal veterinary assistant positions for those students in veterinary technology programs who are not yet licensed. The VMC is a progressive, professional organization seeking the same in potential employees. We offer a generous compensation package, including a yearly continuing education stipend. Evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts all earn additional compensation differentials. We offer a fun, yet professional atmosphere with an emphasis on life-long learning. Come join our team!
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
Nice To Haves
- Students in veterinary technology programs who are not yet licensed (for seasonal veterinary assistant positions)
Responsibilities
- Triage and Assess: Conduct initial assessments of pets presenting with urgent or emergency needs, determining the level of care required.
- Collaboration: Work closely with veterinarians and other medical staff to prioritize treatments and coordinate care based on urgency.
- Client Communication: Provide clear and compassionate communication with pet owners, explaining treatment plans and keeping them informed of their pet’s condition.
Benefits
- Sign On Bonus Available!
- Formal training and mentorship program
- Supportive, collaborative workplace
- Prioritizes work/life harmony
- Professional and personal development
- Focus on team's overall wellness
- Generous compensation package
- Yearly continuing education stipend
- Additional compensation differentials for evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Fun, yet professional atmosphere
- Emphasis on life-long learning
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
