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

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York State
• 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

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discounts
• Yearly scrub allowance

About the company

Ark Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care has been a part of the Henrietta and Rochester communities since 2018. Founded by Dr. Christina Seidel, the hospital provides general veterinary services and urgent care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets.