Licensed Veterinary Technician

Carroll Gardens Veterinary Group (aka The Garden Vet) is an established four‑doctor practice located in the heart of Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn (close to Manhattan). Our pet‑friendly neighborhood has great restaurants and shops and is only two blocks from the train and three from the BQE. Pay range starting at $30.00/hr. We strive to provide exceptional customer service and patient care by working as a team; we work hard, and we also have fun! Essential Functions and Responsibilities Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to patients utilizing a variety of technical skills, including diagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography, dental radiology, and prophylactic cleanings Support veterinarians to ensure exceptional veterinary care during preventative, injury and illness visits Advocate for patients, and educate clients Assist with patient procedures and surgeries, including anesthetic induction and monitoring, pre and post operative patient care, surgical suite, instrument, and equipment care Obtain health history from clients and ensure documentation is accurate and complete within the electronic medical record Willingness to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members Constantly advance your knowledge base and skill set Skills and Qualifications Must be a credentialed Veterinary Technician with active state license, or student of an accredited Veterinary Technology program Minimum 2 years’ professional experience in small animal clinical setting Superior technical knowledge and skills Proficient in medical math calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, conversions, etc.) Excellent communication skills with clients and team members Proficient time management, ability to problem solve, learn, and handle multiple tasks Enthusiastic team player with a patient, and positive professional attitude Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and be able to handle stress in a calm manner Must be a team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude Must be able to anticipate and be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine Benefits and Perks Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace) 401K with company match Florida Blue Insurance Plans with 3 tiered options; Kaiser for CA Residents Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account options United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members United Healthcare Vision Insurance options Long Term Disability option (covered by employee) Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $30,000) Generous Continuing Education Program Team Member Discounts for Pet Care Paid time off-inclusive of sick, personal, vacation and CE Referral Bonus Program We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love. United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr