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Part Time - Licensed Veterinary Technician, Community Medicine (New York City)

Part Time - Licensed Veterinary Technician, Community Medicine (New York City)

PlacedNew York, NY, US
7 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Summary : Who we are :

Have you ever wondered what happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care? We did. The ASPCAs Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. We help pet owners overcome barriers to care, bringing quality services directly to the communities that need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect, assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets health and wellbeing regardless of their financial circumstances. When you come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals we serve.

What youll do :

Help animals in need! Our highly skilled technicians play a crucial role in our program, working as a team with CM veterinarians and assistants to provide essential services for the animals that need us most. The ASPCAs Community Veterinary Clinics (CVCs) offer high-quality, high-volume spay / neuter (HQHVSN), preventive care and treatment for minor illnesses and injuries at low or no cost to eligible clients. CVC LVTs build a wide range of skills! Use your hard-earned education and license to its full extent, exclusively concentrating on medical duties. You will experience a variety of medicine - some days in spay / neuter surgery and others seeing appointments or assisting with out-patient surgical procedures.

What youll get :

  • Terrific part-time benefits package :

paid vacation time to relax

  • paid sick time to heal
  • paid personal time
  • plus - paid continuing education days and a CE stipend to keep your skills sharp
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions, starting after 1,000 hours of work in one year of service
  • The ASPCA offers competitive benefit options that are subject to change annually
  • Room to grow : the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional
  • Support : we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on
  • Work Schedule

    The Bronx CVC has a range of part time scheduling options; please indicate your availability and / or desired schedule in your ASPCA job application. Clinic hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm.

    Schedules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the ASPCA.

    Responsibilities :

    Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

    Medical (60%)

  • Care for 35-40 cats and dogs per day in spay / neuter surgery
  • Administer injections including anesthetics, pain medications, vaccinations and other medications
  • Intubate animals, place intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture and administer fluids as needed
  • Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients in pre-operative, operative, and post-operative phases
  • Provide treatments and supportive care according to the CM Standard Operating Procedures and as directed by attending Veterinarian
  • Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques
  • Assist with patient exams, take medical history, perform diagnostic testing, and prepare medications to go home with the client / patient
  • Maintain all necessary controlled substance drug logs and patient records
  • Stay current in knowledge of emergency drugs and protocols
  • Ensure anesthetic machines, pulse oximeters, scales, and other equipment are functional and report equipment that is not working properly
  • Assist with humane euthanasia in accordance with ASPCA policy and CM protocols
  • Work with coworkers to clean and disinfect animal areas, equipment, instruments and facility while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment

  • Provide support and medical services in special cases as needed, including evaluation of animals living in hoarding situations
  • Customer Service (30%)

  • Communicate with all clients in a non-judgmental, effective and professional manner
  • Communicate basic veterinary medical concepts to clients, including, but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks
  • Explain information provided by the veterinarian about an animals condition to clients
  • Other (10%)

  • Enter medical information into digital data bases as appropriate
  • Represent ASPCA in a professional and courteous manner
  • Adhere to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  • Follow all written and verbally communicated CM Standard Operating Procedures
  • Collaborate and foster good communication with ASPCA colleagues

  • Participate in veterinary / medical training of CM staff, ASPCA staff and veterinary and technical students by coaching, discussion, and demonstration
  • Attend staff meetings and training sessions
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Exemplifies the ASPCAs Core Values :

  • Has
  • Commitment

    and dedication to improving the lives of animals

  • Demonstrates
  • Ownership

    and feels responsible for outcomes

  • Believes in
  • Team

    that we are stronger together

  • Seeks to
  • Elevate

    others and reimagine what is possible

  • Focuses on
  • Impact

    , specifically making change for animals

    Qualifications :

  • Must have current New York State Veterinary Technician License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
  • Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
  • Surgery / Anesthesia experience preferred
  • Excellent animal handling skills (cats, dogs)
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Experience using a computer and navigating software applications
  • Ability to lift and carry 40-plus pounds repeatedly throughout day with assistance
  • Ability to work standing for 8 or more hours
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions
  • Strong interest in animal welfare and serving underserved communities
  • Fear Free Shelter certification is required within 60 days of hire
  • Education :

  • New graduates welcome! Must have graduated from accredited school of veterinary science technology (2- or 4-year program) or the equivalent as determined by the New York State Education Department.
  • Language : English (Required)

    Bilingual (Spanish) Strongly Preferred

    Compensation and Benefits :

    Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.

    The target hiring range for this role is $34.60 - $37.00 per hour

    For more information on our benefits offerings, visit our website

    The Compensation Team will review internal candidates current compensation, to determine if an offer beyond the target hiring range may be applicable.

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    Qualifications :

    Must be able to lift and carry 40-plus pounds repeatedly throughout day with assistance., Must have current New York State Veterinary Technician License., Must have graduated from accredited school of veterinary science technology (2 or 4 year program)., Must have strong interest in animal welfare., Must possess excellent animal handling skills., Must possess excellent customer service skills., Must possess the ability to work standing for 8-plus hours, Must speak fluent English. Bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish) preferred., Surgery / Anesthesia experience preferred

    Licensed Veterinary Technician - New York State Education Department

    Language : English (Required)

    Education and Work Experience :

    Associates (Required), Bachelors

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