Licensed Veterinary Technician

Vetcor•Suffern, NY

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Suffern Animal Hospital is looking for a friendly, dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team! We’re a busy, high-quality, two-doctor, full-service animal hospital committed to compassionate veterinary medicine and an outstanding client experience. Our technicians are an integral part of that mission and play a hands-on role throughout patient care. From anesthesia and dentistry to advanced imaging, hospitalized patient care, diagnostics, and client education, this is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work while growing alongside a collaborative, progressive team. This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling and no weekends.

Requirements

A current New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential in good standing
Graduation from an AAS Veterinary Technology program or higher
Proficiency in venipuncture
Strong IV catheter placement skills
Experience with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
Proficiency with veterinary dentistry
Strong patient handling and nursing skills
Excellent communication skills
A collaborative, team-oriented approach
Compassion and patience when caring for animals
A commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
Professionalism and empathy during end-of-life situations
Comfort handling a variety of species

Nice To Haves

Experience with exotic and farm animals is a plus
A desire to continue learning and growing professionally

Responsibilities

Supporting veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
Performing anesthesia induction
Monitoring patients throughout anesthesia
Supporting safe and comfortable anesthetic recovery
Performing dental cleanings
Obtaining digital dental radiographs
Placing and managing IV catheters
Managing fluid pumps and CRI medications
Performing venipuncture and collecting blood samples
Collecting urine and culture samples
Running in-house laboratory samples and diagnostics
Providing care for hospitalized and intensive care patients
Obtaining diagnostic radiographs
Supporting ultrasound procedures
Assisting with cystocentesis and focal ultrasound procedures
Performing nerve blocks
Preparing patients and equipment for surgical procedures
Operating and assisting with advanced imaging equipment, including HDVI CT
Conducting technician appointments
Handling patient intake and discharge
Educating clients about treatments, medications, procedures, and home care
Providing appropriate client follow-up
Maintaining accurate patient medical records
Collaborating with veterinarians and fellow team members to keep patient care moving efficiently

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee pet discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
State veterinary technician license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
An Employee Assistance Program
An employee discount program
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
State veterinary technician license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program