We are looking for a Veterinary Technician for our three-doctor animal practice in beautiful Hudson Valley, NY, adjacent to Berkshire County (MA) and Litchfield County (NY). We are open Monday

• Friday and closed on the weekends and 6 major holidays during the year. Our typical work schedule consists of 30-40-hour work weeks, 10.5 hour days (8:00 a.m
• 6:30 p.

m., 3-4 days per week). Our mission at MVP is to educate families to promote and effect the best quality of life possible for their pets. The role of a Veterinary Technician is the primary support person to the veterinarian. They assist the veterinarian throughout the examination, diagnosis, and treatment phases. As support staff, they aide the veterinarian in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. They have a deep compassion for animals and strive to provide the best service to pets and their people. They effectively leverage our veterinarians to provide gold-standard medical care to our patients. Along with understanding and solid skills in veterinary technology, our veterinary technicians bring compassion and a positive attitude to work to enhance our current practice culture. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Patient care including diagnostic procedures and treatments
• Triage and effectively obtaining patient history
• Laboratory, surgical, radiology and dental procedures
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Prescription preparation
• Practice of proper practice of safety protocols and aseptic techniques
• Understanding and ability to operate veterinary equipment, instruments
• Solid knowledge in pharmacy procedures and phlebotomy
• Strong ability to communicate medical knowledge and instruction. Characteristics required for success in this role:
• Above average bedside manner that creates and contributes to a successful visit for both animal and human client alike
• Attention to detail in a busy work environment
• Superior active listening skills and non-verbal active listening skills
• Effective communication skills including verbal and written communication skills to interact clearly with customers, doctors, support staff and vendors
• Patience and listening skills to respond appropriate and interact positively with all customers
• Time management skills to prioritize and complete a side variety of tasks throughout the day
• Friendly, polite, sociable, and empathetic
• Ability to have control over emotions Please send cover letter and resume to Marisa Simmons, Practice Manager.

No phone calls, please.

Requirements:

Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred, which requires a 2 year degree from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology program, and New York State license (or eligibility for licensing in NY). Full Time position.

Benefits:

• generous PTO/Sick time
• Health insurance (including vision and dental)
• 401k w/ Match
• Employee discount program
• CE budget
• Yearly uniform allowance

Job Type:

Full-time Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00

• $28.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Do you hold (or eligible for) NYS license for this position? (Required)

Work Location:

In person