Licensed Veterinary Technician

Company Description•$1,500 Sign-On Bonus Available•At Yorktown Veterinary Associates, we provide a wide range of services from Vaccinations, Health Certificates and Disease prevention to Orthopedics, Neurosurgery and Cardiology. We offer complete dental care, weight management consultations, soft tissue surgery, as well as diagnosis and treatment of internal medicine cases.

Our staff is made up of friendly, caring, well trained professionals. Our receptionists will greet you personally and pleasantly, and our licensed veterinary technicians can educate you on topics such as bandage care and diabetic management. The highly trained doctors at Yorktown Veterinary Associates are dedicated to providing the best medical and surgical care for your beloved pets. Many of our staff members have been working with us for many years and as a team, we strive to make your experience at Yorktown Veterinary Associates as comfortable and comforting as possible.

Our hours of operation are:

Mon & 

Tues:

 8:30am-5:00pm 

Weds:

ClosedThurs & Fri:

8:30am-6:00pmLast Saturday of each month: 8:30am-1:00pm

Sunday:

 ClosedTo learn more about us click here. Job DescriptionJob duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

QualificationsWe're Looking For:

A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not requiredConsistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shiftsAvailability to work some Saturday shiftsExcellent client communication and medical record management skillsComprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operationsExpertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniquesProficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimensExperience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plusExperience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoringCommitment to professional ethics and continuous learningAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazardsThe ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information•$1,500 Sign-On Bonus Available•

Pay Range:

 $25 - $30/hr. depending on level of experience.

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 CompensationScrub Allowance and Employee Personal Pet DiscountsTuition Assistance Program Access to a

CVA/CVT/CVPM

Partnership through Penn Foster Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Holiday Pay, Bonuses, etc.) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. •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/#SS3