BridgePoint Associates
Licensed Veterinary Technician
BridgePoint Associates, Poughkeepsie, New York, United States,
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Nonprofit Animal Shelter
Hudson Valley Area
Salary: $25 - $35 per hour, with potential flexibility based on experience
Terrific Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) position with an Animal Shelter in the Hudson Valley area. The LVT will be an integral member of a team focused on meeting the needs of both shelter and public patients. The role will assist the Veterinarian and Lead Vet Tech in providing medical care, assisting in surgeries, maintaining patient records, and other client/shelter support. Candidates should have approximately 2-3+ years of related experience, with time in a shelter setting preferred. Experience working in a high volume spay/neuter environment preferred. Veterinary Technician license in the state of New York is required. This position can be either part-time or full-time.
Responsibilities:
Manage animal intake and health assessments
Assist veterinarians in providing medical care, including administering medications, monitoring behavior, and performing diagnostic tests
Provide surgical assistance by performing anesthesia protocols, preparing animals and equipment, cleaning surgical area and equipment
Maintain accurate patient records
Collaborate with the Lead Vet Tech on inventory needs
Provide education to adopters and caregivers on proper care and medical needs
Assist with the evaluation of new animals at the shelter
Participate in programs and outreach for the community
Qualifications:
Approximately 2-3+ years of relevant experience with time in a shelter setting preferred
New York State Veterinary Technician License required
Experience in a high volume spay/neuter environment preferred
Ability to handle aggressive and/or frightened animals
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Equal opportunity employer.
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Nonprofit Animal Shelter
Hudson Valley Area
Salary: $25 - $35 per hour, with potential flexibility based on experience
Terrific Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) position with an Animal Shelter in the Hudson Valley area. The LVT will be an integral member of a team focused on meeting the needs of both shelter and public patients. The role will assist the Veterinarian and Lead Vet Tech in providing medical care, assisting in surgeries, maintaining patient records, and other client/shelter support. Candidates should have approximately 2-3+ years of related experience, with time in a shelter setting preferred. Experience working in a high volume spay/neuter environment preferred. Veterinary Technician license in the state of New York is required. This position can be either part-time or full-time.
Responsibilities:
Manage animal intake and health assessments
Assist veterinarians in providing medical care, including administering medications, monitoring behavior, and performing diagnostic tests
Provide surgical assistance by performing anesthesia protocols, preparing animals and equipment, cleaning surgical area and equipment
Maintain accurate patient records
Collaborate with the Lead Vet Tech on inventory needs
Provide education to adopters and caregivers on proper care and medical needs
Assist with the evaluation of new animals at the shelter
Participate in programs and outreach for the community
Qualifications:
Approximately 2-3+ years of relevant experience with time in a shelter setting preferred
New York State Veterinary Technician License required
Experience in a high volume spay/neuter environment preferred
Ability to handle aggressive and/or frightened animals
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Equal opportunity employer.
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