The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is seeking Licensed Veterinary Technician in Surgery across to support our non‑profit mission of delivering world‑class care to our patients.
Responsibilities
- Training in Anesthesia, Recovery, General Surgery, Emergency Room, and the Operating Room.
- Assist with all aspects of patient care from admission through discharge.
- Provide anesthesia support and nursing care primarily for the Surgery Department.
- Provide exceptional and compassionate care for our patients from admission through discharge.
- Support veterinarians in all facets of care, including interpreting and executing treatment directives.
- Complete all necessary technical procedures and treatments, with strict adherence to department and hospital protocols.
- 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.
- All other related duties as assigned.
Duties
- Providing anesthesia support for other clinical departments.
- Client communication.
- Patient care.
- Troubleshooting, operation, care and maintenance of surgical and anesthetic equipment.
- Maintenance of inventory.
- Participation in an overnight anesthesia on‑call rotation.
- Research/educational projects.
Qualifications
- Must have a New York State Veterinary Technician’s license or be NY State license (LVT) eligible.
- Must have an advanced anesthesia skill set and be able to perform all the associated tasks with a critical and emergent anesthesia procedure.
- The equivalent of 6 months training is required in the Surgery Department of the Animal Center.
- Knowledge and ability to remain of the techniques associated with advanced care of veterinary patients is preferred.
- The candidate must be able to lead and act autonomously during a crisis and be adept at crash medicine and resuscitation.
- A strong skill set in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia protocols, anesthesia monitoring and post‑operative care is essential.
- The individual must be flexible about working additional hours when necessary and have a willingness and determination to remain on the cutting edge of veterinary anesthesia and veterinary neurology.
- Must have animal handling experience and ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work successfully as part of a team.
- Must also be able to work independently and proactively.
- Must establish and maintain effective, respectful working relationships and customer satisfaction with all stakeholders, including department staff, medical staff, support staff, clients, and referring veterinarians.
- Must have ability to remain composed in stressful and emergency situations.
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
- May be eligible for the Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer
Shift
- Sunday, Monday & Tuesday (8am‑7pm)
- Every other Wednesday (8am‑7pm)
Pay Range
$32/hr - $42/hr USD
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