Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: Monday through Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Four 10-hour shifts per week with a regular day off. No weekend hours!

Lake Country Veterinary Care is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with Lake Country Veterinary Care

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Lake Country Veterinary Care

Lake Country Veterinary Care is a multi-doctor small animal general practice located in the beautiful Fingerlakes of Central New York. Our primary focus is preventive and wellness care for the companion animals in our community, but we also have advanced technologies and capabilities, including imaging (radiographs, ultrasound), soft tissue surgery, dental procedures, pain management, and integrative medicine options. Lake Country prides itself on having served its community for over 35 years, thanks to the quality medicine and the exceptional staff that provide it.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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