Critical Care Licensed Veterinary Technician - Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists - Bohemia

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician. PetVet Care Centers' Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists in Bohemia, New York, is seeking a Critical Care Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team.

About the role

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience through a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer local autonomy with national support, career mobility and development opportunities, and a collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first.

Join our team as a Critical Care Licensed Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Atlantic Coast New York Veterinary Specialists is a leading center for compassionate, patient-centered care, combining cutting-edge medical technology with a strong commitment to teamwork and professional growth. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member’s contribution is valued, and continuous learning is encouraged. You’ll work alongside our ER team and Critical Care specialists in a collaborative environment that prioritizes innovation, excellence, and making a meaningful impact in our community.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or a Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT).
• Must have emergency experience.

Skills

• 5 or more years of working in veterinary medicine (preferred).

Schedule

Full-Time, Day shift:

• Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Some availability is sufficient and can be discussed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay

$32.73 – $40.01 USD per hour