Licensed Veterinary Technician
Job description
** Veterinary Technician **
** Salary: ** $23 - $25 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. ** **
** Schedule: ** Flexible scheduling with four 10-hour shifts per week (4x10s). Shifts may start as early as 7:30 AM and end as late as 8:00 PM. Rotating Saturdays are required.
** Farmington Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Licensed ** Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
** What to Expect **
- A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
** Key Responsibilities: **
- 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.
** 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.
** About Farmington Veterinary Hospital **
Farmington Veterinary Hospital is a full-service companion animal hospital committed to providing high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care. Our team focuses on compassionate, personalized treatment while building strong relationships with pets and their families. With advanced diagnostics and a collaborative approach to care, we’re dedicated to helping pets live long, healthy lives.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.
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