Licensed Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health•City of Ogdensburg, NY

3h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Town & Country Veterinary Clinic provides high-quality medical care to companion animals in upstate New York. Our hospital is led by a team of experienced, devoted doctors who specialize in oncology, nutrition, and integrative medicine. Utilizing the latest technology and state-of-the-art equipment enables us to provide supportive, individualized service to each pet’s unique needs. Our practice strives to remain innovative in offering the latest medical techniques. Town & Country Veterinary Clinic advocates for our clients to be fully informed and educated on all aspects of pet healthcare to enable them to make the best decisions for their long-term health. We partner with nearby clinics to give patients a wide selection of emergency referral services when in need of after-hours or critical care. This position will be split between our Ogdensburg and Potsdam locations. Our Potsdam location is at 6890 US-11, Potsdam, NY 13676. We are open Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm and closed on weekends at this location. The Ogdensburg location hours are Monday & Tuesday & Thursday: 8am - 6pm, Wednesday: 8am - 5:30pm, and closed on Fridays and weekends. 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. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Requirements

A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
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
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
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises
May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases

Nice To Haves

1+ year professional experience
Additional skills in dental radiography

Responsibilities

Pet restraint
Triage 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)