Licensed Veterinary Technician

Department:

Spay/Neuter Operations

Division:

Animal Health Services

Location:

New York, NY

Job Summary:

A Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic Licensed Veterinary Technician holds a unique position. This as-needed position is for the trained and licensed professional with a strong work ethic and commitment to the spay/neuter mission. This LVT has the technical skills and work experience necessary to work independently and the patience and professional attitude to be part of a team. This position requires experience in surgery, the ability to inject and intubate, to restrain large and/or fractious animals, and to perform calmly and professionally in the event of an emergency.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist veterinary surgeon and other staff in the following:

• All aspects of veterinary care (i.e., surgery, pre- and post-operative care, emergency care, restraint and treatment).
• Animal restraint, including work with large dogs (over 70 pounds) and feral cats.
• Animal treatment (i.e. nursing care, injections, fluid therapy, etc.).
• Venipuncture, IV catheters, intubation.
• Customer service, dealing with varied public including pet owners, animal rescuers, and shelter staff.
• Paperwork and keeping detailed records of surgeries performed.
• Disinfecting and sanitizing clinic and equipment routinely.
• Maintaining and cleaning clinic and equipment routinely.
• Other duties to assist staff as needed.

Education and Qualifications:

• Graduation from accredited program in 2- or 4-year school preferred. Must be Licensed Veterinary Technician.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and patience.
• Must have excellent attendance record.

Experience:

• 3-4 years of veterinary medical experience beyond graduation from Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program preferred.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency preferred
• Interest in animal welfare preferred
• Ability to maintain good working relationship with clients and staff, be a team player
• Must have strong interest in animal welfare.

Skills Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

We encourage a candidate who demonstrates outstanding inter-personal communication and the ability to work in a team environment or independently, with a high degree of integrity and accountability. This position welcomes a candidate with a sense of humor that can balance flexibility and enthusiasm and thrives on detail!

Benefits:

Our generous benefit package includes the following for full-time employees and (if qualified, we offer domestic partner coverage!) Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Transit checks, Tuition Assistance Program, Training Seminars, EAP, 50% animal hospital discount, Vacation, Sick, Personal & Company Holiday time off.