Licensed Veterinary Technician

*THE COMPANY*: *North Country Veterinary Services *is a nine-doctor mixed animal practice with two hospitals located in *Pulaski and Oswego*, New York. We serve Oswego County and the surrounding area, providing high quality medical care with emphasis on exceptional client service and patient care, while providing employees with desirable, fulfilling and financially rewarding employment.

*10 REASONS TO CONSIDER JOINING North Country Veterinary Services:*

* *Sign-on bonus: $1,500*
* Competitive Pay
* Great benefits
* Digital Xray, Ultrasound, Therapeutic laser
* Experienced team of doctors and staff
* Emphasis on customer service and teamwork
* Clean, safe friendly work atmosphere
* Diverse caseload of medical and surgical patients
* Opportunities for professional growth/advancement
* Stable company and a positive reputation in the community.
* We believe in recognizing, rewarding and taking care of our staff members

*Responsibilities include:*

* Provides patient care and treatment of hospitalized and non-hospitalized patients.
* Administers and monitors anesthesia and IV fluids, including catheter placement
* Performs laboratory tests as directed
* Performs blood draws and injections
* Takes and processes radiographs
* Calculates dosages of medications including IV fluids
* Completes documentation of treatments, laboratory results, and patient observations in medical record and computer
* Schedules surgical and medical appointments
* Dispenses and administers medications and vaccines as directed
* Provides client communications and education including patient status, explanation of medications and preventative care recommendations
* Performs dental procedures
* Prepares patients, instruments, and equipment for surgery
* Restrains animals for veterinarian or other staff members as directed
* Maintains inventory in pharmacy, treatment areas and exam room
* Acts as veterinary assistant to doctors

*Qualifications:*

Graduate of an AAS Veterinary Technology Program

Professional Licensure in Veterinary Technology in New York State

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
* Signing bonus

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:
* Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
* Professional Licensure in Veterinary Technology in New York (Required)

Work Location: In person