Licensed Veterinary Technician - Dakota Veterinary Center - NY

Join our team at Dakota Veterinary Center as a full time compassionate and enthusiastic Licensed Veterinary Technician. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting our veterinary team in providing exceptional care to our animal patients and ensuring a positive experience for our clients. The ideal candidate is a lifelong learner and is passionate about being part of a supportive team of veterinary care experts who are known for providing the best possible care. We have a wonderful team and are able to mentor newly licensed veterinary technicians. Dakota Veterinary Center has been operating out of its present White Plains, New York location since 2001. We are a full-service small animal hospital, offering the gold standard in medical and surgical care. We believe healthy pets make happy people, and we strive to provide high-quality veterinary care for cats and dogs in the area. Our diagnostic equipment includes an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, and digital dental radiography. Most importantly, we have phenomenal, experienced support staff who are crucial to the success of patient and client care. Our doctors perform a variety of routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries and dentistry. All our patients undergoing anesthesia have pre-op lab work and receive an IV catheter, IV fluids, and are carefully monitored and recovered by our skilled surgical technicians. We are a busy clinic with excellent clientele. You can learn more about our amazing practice at Dakota Veterinary Center | White Plains, NY | Veterinarian A Day in the Life: Collaborate with a team of veterinarians, other veterinary technicians, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care and client service. Help veterinarians with patient exams, procedures, and surgeries, ensuring all equipment and supplies are prepared and ready. Administer medications, vaccinations, lab tests, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians. Laugh uncontrollably at hilarious co-worker's cat memes Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during surgical and dental procedures. Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and recovering patients, including wound management, IV catheterization, and fluid therapy. Enjoy an un-rushed lunch (because your team has things covered back at the office) Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, such as radiography and ultrasound machines. Communicate with pet owners, explain treatment plans, provide updates on patient status, and address any questions or concerns. Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, treatment plans, and medical histories. Get home at a reasonable hour; able to offer a 4 day/week schedule with working the occasional half day Saturday Skills & Requirements: Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), with a valid license in NY Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or equivalent from an accredited program. Strong knowledge of veterinary medical practices, procedures, and terminology. Proficiency in compassionately handling and restraining animals, including those exhibiting stress or fear. Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in using veterinary software for patient records and medical documentation. Physical capability to lift, carry, and restrain animals of varying sizes. Perks + Benefits: Salary: $25.00-$35.00an hour, to commensurate with experience. Flexible work schedules Health Care, Life Insurance, & Disability: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; employer-paid basic life insurance and voluntary options including AD&D; short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income during unforeseen events. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates Paid Time Off: Four (4) weeks of paid time off for all full-time teammates. Two (2) floating holidays for added flexibility. Training & Development: Continuing education opportunities offered to both full-time and part-time teammates. Personalized development programs, including regular check-ins and tailored growth plans, to help you advance in your career. Tuition Assistance: Support for paying off student loan debt, available to all full-time teammates. Uniform Allowance: $150 per year for full-time teammates to ensure you’re equipped with professional attire. Discounted Pet Care: Available for both part-time and full-time teammates, helping you provide the best care for your pets. Industry Leading Parental Leave Policy: For Birth Parent(s): Up to 14 weeks of paid leave at 100%, which includes: 6-8 weeks of 100% income replacement (40% covered by VIP, 60% by STD). An additional 6 weeks of paid leave at 100% covered by VIP. For Non-Birth Parent(s): 6 weeks of paid leave at 100%, fully covered by VIP. Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care. Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment Stay connected with VIP! 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