Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Surgery

The role

This person will provide anesthesia support and nursing care primarily for the Surgery Department. They will assist with all aspects of patient care from admission through discharge and support veterinarians in executing treatment directives.

What you will do

• Provide anesthesia support and nursing care primarily for the Surgery Department
• Assist with all aspects of patient care from admission through discharge
• Support veterinarians in all facets of care, including interpreting and executing treatment directives
• Complete all necessary technical procedures and treatments
• Communicate professionally with clients and referral veterinarians
• Maintain concise and accurate records of the patient's treatment progress and charges
• Maintain stock, order supplies, and assist with cleaning and maintaining cleanliness of ward
• Participate in the training of new employees and volunteers
• Participate in educational and research projects
• Troubleshoot, operate, care and maintain surgical and anesthetic equipment

Required qualifications

• New York State Veterinary Technician's license or permit
• Advanced anesthesia skill set to perform critical and emergent anesthesia procedures
• 6 months training in the Surgery Department of the Animal Center
• Ability to lead and act autonomously during a crisis
• Adept at crash medicine and resuscitation
• Skill set in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia protocols, anesthesia monitoring and post-operative care
• Flexibility to work additional hours when necessary
• Animal handling experience
• Ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Ability to remain composed in stressful and emergency situations

Nice to have

• Knowledge and ability to remain of the techniques associated with advanced care of veterinary patients

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• 50% discount on veterinary care
• Mentorship through the VTS process
• Continuing education funds with rollover options
• NYS Licensing fee reimbursement
• Relocation reimbursement for qualified candidates who live outside the NYC metropolitan area
• 403b matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Eligibility for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program

About the company

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world's largest veterinary teaching hospital, founded in 1910. It is located in Manhattan and offers compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care.