Veterinary Technician Assistant

Company Description

City Veterinary Care is committed to helping all of New York City's dogs and cats. We operate a non-profit organization, The Toby Project, the objective of which is to solve New York City's pet overpopulation problem (approximately 10,000 dogs and cats lose their lives each year in our city's shelter system). Our highly acclaimed veterinarians, our knowledgeable and caring front desk staff, and our skilled and compassionate veterinary nursing team instill, with confidence, what every pet owner desires the best possible care for their pets. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including preventative care, vaccines & monitoring, dentistry, 24-hour nursing care, specialty care and State of the Art Equipment.

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to :

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, diagnostic imaging, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for : Experience :

• Previous experience working as a veterinary technician or in a related field : 3 years (Required)
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures
• Familiarity with pet care practices and techniques
• Proficiency in handling and restraining animals safely and effectively
• Experience with laboratory procedures and sample collection
• Ability to operate X-ray equipment and develop X-ray films
• Knowledge of basic animal husbandry practices, including feeding, exercise, and hygiene

Skills :

Additional Information

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Pay : $20-$27 per hour dependant upon experience

We offer our staff :

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