Overnight Veterinary Technician
Alliance Animal Health•New York, NY
•$35 - $40
About The Position
City Veterinary Care is hiring an overnight Veterinary Technician to provide care for dogs and cats. The clinic offers comprehensive services, including preventive care, vaccines and monitoring, dentistry, 24-hour nursing care, specialty care, and care using state-of-the-art equipment. The role includes supporting veterinarians and clients while delivering attentive patient care. Training and continuing development are available through virtual and hands-on interactive opportunities.
Requirements
- Five years of previous experience as a veterinary technician or in a related field.
- Knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures.
- Familiarity with pet care practices and techniques.
- Proficiency in safely and effectively handling and restraining animals.
- Experience with laboratory procedures and sample collection.
- Ability to operate X-ray equipment and develop X-ray films.
- Knowledge of basic animal husbandry, including feeding, exercise, and hygiene.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with veterinarians, staff, and pet owners.
- Attention to detail for accurate record keeping and patient care.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Compassion and empathy toward animals and their owners.
- Physical stamina to handle animals of various sizes and lift heavy objects if necessary.
- Ability to withstand unpleasant odors and noises and possible exposure to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases.
Responsibilities
- Restrain pets safely.
- Triage incoming patients.
- Perform diagnostic imaging.
- Communicate treatment plans effectively to clients.
- Prepare for and assist with surgeries.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, liability, life and supplemental insurance, HSA, and FSA.
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid vacation and sick time for all employees.
- Paid bereavement program.
- Paid parental leave program.
- Continuing education allowance for licensed, registered, or certified roles.
- Tuition reimbursement for AVMA-accredited veterinary technology programs.
- Career development opportunities.
- Referral bonus program for most positions.
- Additional benefits may be available, such as personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, and bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
