Licensed Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care

Licensed Veterinary Technician – Urgent Care

Pittsford, NY

Animal Hospital of Pittsford, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, offers a warm, small‑clinic experience backed by a network of 400 clinics. We are dedicated to providing top‑quality veterinary care, empowering both our team and pet families through learning, career growth, and comprehensive support.

Our ideal candidate is passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and detail oriented. Veterinary Technicians are the heartbeat of our team, working side by side with Veterinarians (DVMs) during all procedures. This part‑time position requires 20‑30 hours per week, including day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

• Assist veterinarians in delivering quality veterinary care and client education.
• Support surgeries and procedures in accordance with state veterinary practice regulations.
• Monitor and assess patient status.
• Collect blood and other samples for testing.
• Place catheters.
• Communicate individualized pet health concerns and Thrive Membership options to clients.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records using practice systems.
• Obtain health history and update medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques and keep treatment areas clean, sterile, and organized.
• Provide mentorship and support to fellow team members.

• Veterinary Technician licensure required.
• 1‑2 years of clinical experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program preferred; equivalent education and experience acceptable.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, squat, reach, stand, and walk throughout the day.

Grow your career with free access to:

• Thrive
  
  U continuing education courses.
• Live, virtual workshops to develop leadership skills.
• Program fundamentals for running a pet hospital.
• AVMA‑CVETA accreditation through a fully accredited distance‑learning program.
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

• Paid time off, including 8‑week full‑pay parental leave and pet‑related bereavement leave.
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pet perks: free exams, product and service discounts at all Thrive locations.
• Subsidized health care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and no waiting period.
• Continuing education support and paid time off to complete courses.
• Scholarship and student‑loan support program.

Hourly rate $20‑25 per hour, negotiable based on credentials and experience.

Thrive Pet Healthcare celebrates and embraces the uniqueness of all team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all belong and feel empowered.