Find & Apply For Veterinary Technician / Technologist Jobs in Orchard Park, New York

Company Description

•$2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates

•Compassionate Care Meets Cutting-Edge Veterinary Medicine at Orchard Park Veterinary Medical CenterOrchard Park Veterinary Medical Center, or OPVMC for short, has been a trusted name in veterinary care in the Western NY area for over 60 years. Our experienced veterinarians and medical staff are dedicated to providing exceptional care for every pet who works through our door.

Since OPVMC provides services 24 hours per day, we are always looking for highly motivated and dedicated professionals who may be interested in joining our team. We offer competitive benefits including flexible schedules, paid time off, quality benefits, continuing education opportunities, special rate employee pet care, and more! Shift differentials are applicable for certain positions and shifts.

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Job DescriptionOur Inpatient Care LVT provides compassionate, high-quality nursing care exclusively to hospitalized patients within the hospital. Working closely with veterinarians and the patient care team, you will carry out treatment plans, monitor patient progress, recognize changes in condition, and support safe, efficient inpatient care. This is a hospital-based inpatient role, not an outpatient or client-facing position.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized patients, including hygiene, comfort, mobility assistance, and prescribed nutritional supportCarry out veterinarian-directed treatment plans, assist with procedures, and safely handle and restrain patientsMonitor vital signs, pain, intake and output, and treatment response; promptly report changes and provide thorough rounds and shift handoffsMaintain accurate inpatient records in EzyVet and Smart Flow, including assessments, treatments, medications, diagnostic results, and update callsRelay approved updates to hospitalized pet family and document callsPrepare and administer prescribed medications, injections, fluids, and blood products; monitor for adverse reactions and understand medication uses, dosages, and side effectsCollect blood samples, place intravenous catheters, and place and maintain feeding tubes, central lines, jugular catheters, and urinary catheters as orderedProvide post-anesthesia and postoperative monitoring, recovery, and nursing care; recognize emergencies and assist with emergency procedures as neededObtain radiographs, assist with CT and MRI monitoring, and perform clinical laboratory testing for hospitalized patients; document results and communicate findings to the medical teamMaintain inpatient nursing skills across surgery, oncology, internal medicine, neurology, and critical care, and assist with training patient care team membersMaintain a clean, organized, well-stocked inpatient environment and follow patient safety and infection prevention protocolsFollow veterinary orders, applicable regulations, and hospital policies and medical protocolsPerform other assigned duties consistent with inpatient care as neededQualificationsAssociate or bachelor's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited program requiredCurrent New York State Veterinary Technician license requiredMinimum of two years of veterinary experience requiredAt least one year of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician preferredExcellent client service and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a collaborative teamCompassion and empathy for animals and their ownersGenuine commitment to animal health and well-beingStrong problem-solving, clinical judgment, and critical-thinking skillsEffective verbal and written communication and active-listening skillsAbility to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust priorities based on patient and organizational needsStrong organizational and time-management skillsExcellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracyAbility to remain composed and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environmentProficiency with computers, veterinary practice-management systems, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPointAdditional Information

•$2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates

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Pay Range:

$24 - $34/hr. depending on experience level. Shift differential available.

We offer our staff:

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology ProgramCareer Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

•Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/