Full-Time | The Village Vet | Webster, NY
Join Our Team
The Village Vet is seeking an experienced, compassionate New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team as a Full-Time Surgical Technician.
We are a busy, well-established small animal practice in Webster, NY, known for providing exceptional patient care and outstanding client service. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and passionate about veterinary medicine, and we're looking for someone who shares those values.
If you enjoy surgery, anesthesia, and working in a fast-paced environment where your skills are valued, we'd love to meet you.
Position Overview
This position is primarily focused on surgical nursing and anesthesia, with four surgery days each week. You will work alongside a talented team of licensed veterinary technicians and veterinarians to provide exceptional perioperative care.
Once daily surgical responsibilities are complete, you'll transition into supporting afternoon appointment flow until scheduled surgical discharges begin.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Includes evening shifts
- One Saturday per month
What We Offer
We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our patients.
Benefits include:
- Competitive hourly wage starting at $30/hour, based on experience
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Uniform allowance
- NYS license reimbursement
- Continuing education support
- Employee discounts
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for surgery and monitor anesthesia throughout procedures
- Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures
- Recover surgical patients and provide post-operative monitoring
- Perform dental prophylaxis procedures
- Administer medications and treatments via IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes
- Perform venipuncture and catheter placement
- Obtain patient vital signs and monitor hospitalized patients
- Take diagnostic radiographs
- Perform in-house laboratory testing, including hematology, urinalysis, cytology, microbiology, and serology
- Prepare laboratory samples for outside reference laboratories
- Review vaccination histories and prepare vaccines according to hospital protocols
- Educate clients regarding patient care, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate medical records, pharmacy logs, and controlled substance documentation
- Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including IDEXX analyzers, dental equipment, radiology equipment, and autoclaves
- Maintain inventory and ensure treatment and surgical areas remain clean, organized, and fully stocked
- Assist with general hospital cleanliness and other duties as needed
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in New York State
- Have at least two years of veterinary technician experience
- Be confident and experienced with anesthesia monitoring
- Demonstrate excellent patient care and nursing skills
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and coworkers
- Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Be organized, dependable, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities
- Work effectively both independently and collaboratively
- Maintain a calm, positive, and professional demeanor under pressure
- Possess basic computer proficiency and accurate medical record documentation skills
- Be committed to continued professional growth through ongoing education
Physical Requirements
This role requires the ability to:
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Safely restrain animal patients, including fractious patients when appropriate
- Perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday
- Maintain a clean, professional appearance, including wearing scrubs during scheduled shifts
Requirements
- New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
- Minimum of two years of veterinary technician experience
- Ability to commute to Webster, NY
- In-person position
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're an experienced LVT who enjoys surgery, values teamwork, and wants to work in a practice that appreciates skilled technicians, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter telling us a little about yourself and why you'd be a great fit for The Village Vet.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Experience:
- Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Webster, NY 14580 (Required)
Work Location: In person
