Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Join a General Practice Where Your Technical Skills Make a Difference Every Day

Brookhaven Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician, Licensed Veterinary Technician, or highly skilled Senior Veterinary Assistant to join our growing surgical team.

This is not an entry-level position.

We're looking for a veterinary professional who is confident supporting general anesthesia, surgical nursing, veterinary dentistry, and advanced patient care in a fast-paced small animal practice.

Whether you're a Licensed Veterinary Technician or a highly experienced Veterinary Assistant with extensive surgery and anesthesia experience , we're looking for someone who can step confidently into the treatment area, advocate for patients, and make an immediate impact.

If you're happiest in the surgery suite, enjoy managing anesthesia from induction through recovery, and take pride in delivering exceptional patient care, we'd love to meet you.

At Brookhaven Animal Hospital, our veterinary professionals are trusted members of the medical team. You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians who value your knowledge, encourage your input, and believe exceptional medicine is built through collaboration.

Why Experienced Veterinary Professionals Choose Brookhaven Animal Hospital

We believe experienced Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants should be empowered to practice at the top of their skill set.

Here you'll have the opportunity to:

• Monitor anesthesia from induction through recovery 
• Assist with a wide variety of soft tissue surgical procedures
• Perform or assist with dental prophylaxis and digital dental radiography based on experience and credentialing 
• Utilize advanced nursing skills every day
• Work alongside experienced veterinarians who value technician input 
• Continue growing through mentorship, continuing education, and professional development

If you're looking for a hospital where your technical abilities are respected instead of underutilized, you'll find that here.

What You'll Do

Surgery and Anesthesia

• Prepare surgical patients for anesthesia and surgery 
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthetic patients 
• Monitor ECG, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, capnography, temperature, and patient comfort 
• Assist veterinarians during routine and advanced soft tissue surgical procedures 
• Maintain sterile surgical technique and prepare instrumentation 
• Support post-operative pain management and patient recovery 

Veterinary Dentistry

• Perform or assist with dental prophylaxis 
• Obtain high-quality digital dental radiographs 
• Assist with dental procedures and extractions 
• Educate clients on preventive dental care and home maintenance 

Advanced Patient Care

• Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture 
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed 
• Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostics 
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition 
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records 

Client Education

• Discuss treatment plans and post-operative care 
• Review discharge instructions and medications 
• Build lasting client relationships through compassionate communication and education

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience as a Veterinary Technician or Senior Veterinary Assistant in a small animal practice 
• Demonstrated confidence with general anesthesia, surgical nursing, and patient monitoring
• Comfortable placing IV catheters, performing venipuncture, and administering treatments
• Experience assisting with routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries
• Strong patient assessment and nursing skills 
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork 

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT)
• Experience performing dental prophylaxis and digital dental radiography
• Strong knowledge of anesthetic monitoring, pain management, and perioperative nursing
• Fear Free certification or handling experience 
• Passion for continuing education and professional growth 

Highly experienced Veterinary Assistants with advanced surgery, anesthesia, and dental experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Investing in Your Career

At Brookhaven Animal Hospital, we believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional people.

As part of Innovetive Petcare , our team members have access to industry-leading resources designed to support long-term professional success.

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance
• Paid Continuing Education Days
• Paid Licensure Fees and Renewals
• Tuition Reimbursement for AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology programs 
• Advanced Clinical Mentorship
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Career growth throughout the Innovetive Petcare network 
• Support for veterinary professionals pursuing advanced training and specialization 

HeadStart Student Loan Support Program

Recently credentialed Licensed Veterinary Technicians who graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program , passed the VTNE , and obtained licensure within the previous three years may qualify for our HeadStart Student Loan Support Program , which provides:

• Student loan repayment assistance 
• VTNE reimbursement 
• Licensure and renewal support 
• Professional development resources 
• Long-term career growth opportunities 

Comprehensive Full-Time Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience, technical skills, and licensure 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Calm Health Mental Wellness Resources
• Rocket Lawyer Legal Services
• Employee Pet Care Discounts

Bring Your Skills Somewhere They'll Be Appreciated

You're more than someone who monitors anesthesia or assists in surgery.

You're an advocate for your patients. A trusted teammate. A skilled veterinary professional whose knowledge helps deliver exceptional medicine every day.

Whether you're a Licensed Veterinary Technician looking to continue advancing your career or a highly experienced Veterinary Assistant ready to put your surgery and anesthesia skills to work, Brookhaven Animal Hospital offers the opportunity to grow alongside a collaborative, supportive medical team that values your experience and invests in your future.

Join Brookhaven Animal Hospital and help deliver exceptional medicine while building a rewarding career in surgery, anesthesia, and advanced patient care.