Licensed Veterinary Technician

The role

The Licensed Veterinary Technician provides skilled care to patients and service to clients. Duties include supporting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.

What you will do

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times

Required qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in New York is required
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines

Nice to have

• veterinary technician students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technician program

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discount

About the company

Farmington Veterinary Hospital is a full-service companion animal hospital. The team focuses on compassionate, personalized treatment while building strong relationships with pets and their families.