Licensed Veterinary Technician

Mission Veterinary PartnersJamesville, NY
277d$23 - $25

About The Position

Quarryside Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full Time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team! Located at 4915 Jamesville Rd. Jamesville, NY 13078, we offer a compensation of $23 - $25/hr with annual bonus opportunities. Enjoy a 4-day workweek with a rotating Saturday schedule. Our practice has proudly served the community for over 30 years, specializing in the care of dogs, cats, and some pocket pets. We provide a comprehensive range of services, including soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, and laser therapy. While we're not officially Fear Free certified, we prioritize low-stress handling methods to ensure the comfort and well-being of our patients.

Requirements

  • Licensed Veterinary Technician certification.
  • Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb; capable of lifting and moving up to 50 pounds and over with a coworker.
  • Ability to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods.
  • Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in a veterinary practice.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for in-patient medical care including administering medications, assisting or performing treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, placing IV catheters, drawing blood, running lab tests, administering IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
  • Prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery of patients during anesthesia/surgery; cleaning, maintaining, and sterilizing anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
  • Provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, and assist doctor with dental surgery.
  • Position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
  • Collect, prepare, and run or submit samples for requested tests; read and record results when indicated.
  • Prepare invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools.
  • Communicate with clients for hospitalized patients, providing updates, discharge instructions, and follow-up.
  • Teach/educate clients on at-home care procedures.
  • Conduct veterinary technician appointments including blood draws, bandage changes, post-op checks, and suture removals.
  • Assist doctor with outpatient appointments, prepare, restock, clean exam rooms, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, and input data into patient medical records.
  • Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed, including answering phones and booking appointments.
  • Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
  • Assist with inventory control and restocking supplies.
  • Prepare prescriptions and dispense medications.

Benefits

  • PTO - 120 hours with additional PTO based on years of service.
  • Holiday Pay - 48 hours for 6 recognized holidays.
  • Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises.
  • Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus.
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental plans available.
  • FSA and HSA options available.
  • Maternity Leave.
  • 401K starting on day 1 with up to a 4% match.
  • Access to Healthy Minds @Work App for mental health support.
  • Employee Assistance Program with five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue.
  • Optional Insurances Available including Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance.
  • Pet Benefits.
  • Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75.
  • CE Benefits - $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year.
  • Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants.
  • Internal Employee Rewards Program.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Industry

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

Education Level

Associate degree

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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