Veterinary Technician; LVT

Fort Plain Animal Hospital is Hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details
Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Status: Part-time Compensation: $21 - $25 per hour (depending on experience)
Schedule: 3-day work week, rotating Saturdays (every 4th)

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation based on your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching, Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; supplemental insurance options;
Sick Time / Paid Time Off; paid parental leave for eligible employees; and valuable employee pet-care benefits

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and a professional environment that encourages continued learning and career growth

Ready to put your technical skills to work in a hospital where learning, advanced medicine, and exceptional patient care are part of every day?

Fort Plain Animal Hospital in Fort Plain, NY is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our high-quality, multi-doctor, full-service animal hospital. We’re dedicated to active learning and advanced medical procedures, and our Veterinary Technicians play an integral role in delivering excellent medical care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients.

We combine a professional approach to veterinary medicine with a fun-loving team atmosphere. If you’re an experienced LVT who takes pride in your technical skills, communicates with compassion, and wants to continue learning and growing alongside a dedicated veterinary team, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Join a high-quality, multi-doctor, full-service animal hospital
• Practice in an environment dedicated to active learning and advanced medical procedures
• Use your technical skills across a variety of areas of veterinary medicine
• Play an integral role in patient care and the client experience
• Work alongside a collaborative team of veterinary professionals
• Continue developing your skills through hands-on experience and continuing education
• Take advantage of professional development and career growth opportunities
• Enjoy a fun-loving yet professional hospital atmosphere
• Be part of a team that values compassionate care and excellent communication

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
• Provide skilled surgical assistance and support
• Prepare patients, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures
• Monitor and maintain anesthetized patients with close attention to patient safety
• Perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic samples
• Perform laboratory procedures and assist with diagnostic testing
  
  Assist with radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Perform pharmacy duties and support accurate medication preparation and dispensing
• Provide attentive nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients about patient care
• Provide excellent customer service throughout the client experience
• Collaborate with veterinarians and fellow support team members to maintain efficient hospital workflow
• Help maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked patient-care areas
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and supportive hospital environment

What You’ll Bring

• Current veterinary…