Licensed Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health • Queens, NY

190d • $27 - $32

About The Position

At Lefferts Animal Hospital, you can expect state of the art medical care for all pets! We are a trusted, progressive multi-doctor practice specializing in companion animals, exotics, reptiles, and avians. Our hospital offers comprehensive services, including Preventative Care, Surgery, Emergency & Urgent Care, High-Speed Dentistry, CO2 Laser Surgery, Cold Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, Digital Radiology, Ultrasonography, Acupuncture, House Calls, and more. We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet, and giving them the same loving attention and care. Our professional, compassionate staff is dedicated to providing exceptional medical care, promoting responsible pet ownership, and offering client education on preventive health. Lefferts Animal Hospital is committed to excellence in veterinary care for Richmond Hill and surrounding areas.

Requirements

• 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 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• Anesthetic management

Benefits

• 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.)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees