Veterinary Assistant/Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION:

TITLE: VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

MAIN DUTIES:

· To provide nursing care for hospitalized patients.

· To provide surgical nursing support to doctors on staff.

· To assist doctors with restraint and consulting during patient examinations.

· To dispense, record, and track inventory of animal medications.

· To assist in performing x-rays on patients requiring radiographs.

· To provide pre- and post-operative patient care.

· To monitor anesthetic procedures and provide appropriate supportive care during surgery

· To sterilize surgical equipment.

· To maintain practice hygiene standards.

· To promote, when appropriate, the practice, its services, and its products to clients.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

· Qualified veterinary nursing/technician skills. Prefer candidates who have successfully passed the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE), however, we welcome candidates with exceptional skills gained through experience.

· Excellent client care and interpersonal skills.

· A sound knowledge of practice policies and protocols.

· Competency in the use of the practice computer and word processing systems.

· Up-to-date knowledge of practice services and products.

HOURS OF WORK:

· Full-time or part-time employment available

· Exact schedule of hours can be discussed with strongly interested candidates during the interview.

• LOCATION OF JOB:*

· HARLEM ANIMAL HOSPITAL IS LOCATED AT:

193 LENOX AVE.

NEW YORK, NY 10026

INTERESTED CANDIDATES:

· Please e-mail all resumes or curriculum vitas (CVs)

· Thank you for considering Harlem Animal Hospital, and we look forward to reviewing your resume or CV!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10026 (Required)

Work Location: In person