Licensed Veterinary Technician
$64,480–$72,800 year
On-siteWhite Plains, New York, United States
Job Summary
Demonstrate excellent relations with clients and pets while providing compassionate nursing care as the top priority. Perform medical procedures including phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, anesthetic monitoring, wound care, and suturing. Assist with procedures, prepare and restrain animals, and apply bandages or splints. Clearly communicate findings to doctors and record keeping. Fill prescriptions and dispense medications as prescribed. Handle front office receptionist duties, telephone, and computer tasks. Maintain housekeeping and perform cursory examinations to recognize potential patient issues. Work long or irregular hours under pressure, lifting up to 40 pounds, with occasional travel required.
Required Qualifications
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
- Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility
- Must be friendly, outgoing, 'people oriented'
- Excellent communication skills
- Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties
- Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change
- Phlebotomy
- IV catheter placement
- Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
- Anesthetic induction
- Anesthetic monitoring
- Assisting with procedures
- Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues
- Apply bandages and/or splints
- Wound care
- Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
- Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Dependable attendance
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds
- Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
- The ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day
- *Some traveling may be required
Desired Qualifications
- Energetic
- Positive
- Upbeat personality
- Takes initiative
- Commitment to the needs of the clinic
- Punctual
- Willingness to teach others and share ideas
- Openness to diversity
- Adaptability to change
- Accountable
- Able to see big picture
- Must be able to effectively lead and coach others
- Strong attention to detail
- Helping customers gives you energy
- Get charged up by interacting with others
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