Licensed Veterinary Technician
Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hudson Square is hiring a full-time or part-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 As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with :
- All the benefits you deserve- medical, dental, vision, and retirement for full-time.
- Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge for full time.
- Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
- 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
- Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.
- Annual Uniform Allowance to help you feel comfortable and professional on the job.
- Continuing education opportunities for our licensed technicians to grow and thrive in their careers.
- No weekend hours , supporting work-life balance!
Salary : $35-$40 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Schedule : Rotating shifts based on full-time or part-time status and candidate availability. Part-Time : Up to 30 hours per week. Full-Time : Average 36-40 hours per week
Typical Shifts :
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday : 7 : 00 / 7 : 30 AM - 5 : 00 PMWednesday : 7 : 00 / 7 : 30 AM - 6 : 00 PMNo weekend hours!Key Responsibilities :
Client Communication : Provide status updates for hospitalized patients, home care instructions, pre- and post-op instructions, and medication administration guidance. Address client medical questions with confidence and direct complex inquiries to veterinarians.Client Education & Support : Educate clients on preventative medicine, wellness care by age, vaccine requirements, laboratory procedures, and support hospital financial policies by preparing estimates and discussing financial commitments.Customer Service : Greet clients, escort them and their pets into exam rooms, ensure smooth transitions to the front desk, and promote the practice's products, programs, and services.Animal Handling & Care : Restrain animals safely and compassionately, assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures, prepare patients for surgery, administer anesthesia, monitor patients during surgery and recovery, and administer fluids.Facility & Equipment Maintenance : Properly care for all surgical materials, maintain hospital equipment and inventory, and ensure the surgery room, ICU area, exam rooms, and treatment areas are prepared and maintained.Record Keeping : Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using a paperless medical record system, ensuring all procedures, vaccinations, and notes are documented for proper billing.Pharmacy Assistance : Assist with dispensing medications as directed by the veterinarian, prepare prescription labels, and appropriately package medication.Safety & Technical Skills : Follow DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines; administer SQ, IM, and IV injections; perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and electrocardiograms; place IV catheters; perform emergency treatments such as bleeding control and external cardiac massage.Qualifications :
Required : Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in New York.Also open to new graduates from an accredited vet tech program.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 Pure Paws Veterinary Care - Hudson Square
Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hudson Square is a full-service, modern animal hospital serving the vibrant SoHo, West Village, Tribeca, and NYU neighborhoods of New York City. We take a personalized, compassionate approach to your pet's health, designing tailored wellness plans that consider each animal's unique needs.
Our facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, including digital radiography and ultrasound, so we can offer comprehensive care ranging from routine exams and dental care to surgery and in-house lab testing.
At Hudson Square, our experienced team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff works every day to deliver expert, stress-free care. We value preventive medicine, client education, and building long-term relationships with our patients and their families.