Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

The ASPCA Animal Hospital (AAH) provides life-saving care and relieves suffering for animal victims of cruelty and neglect through internal partners (ASPCA adoption center, kitten nursery, and community advocate team) and external partners (NYPD and other NYC organizations). Additionally, we offer subsidized care for animals whose owners face financial challenges and could not otherwise afford medical care for their pets.

About the role

Licensed Veterinary Technicians at the ASPCA Animal Hospital are passionate, level-headed nurses committed to animals living good lives. They excel in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with the entire veterinary medical team to provide high-quality, practical veterinary care and deliver skilled, efficient, and compassionate treatment to outpatients and hospitalized patients. Our team is dedicated to minimizing fear, anxiety, stress, and pain in our patients, aligning with Fear Free values. This role may also provide support and coverage for the Animal Recovery Center (ARC) as needed.

Responsibilities

• Nursing Care and Client Services (40%)
  • Possess in-depth knowledge and understanding of veterinary medical concepts.
  • Provide compassionate and quality patient care at all times utilizing Fear Free Guidelines.
  • Proficient in various technical nursing skills, including venipuncture, catheter placement, intubation, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic imaging, critical care, pharmacology, and dentistry.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and multi-tasking skills; able to prioritize and re-prioritize based on hospital and patient needs.
  • Proficient in animal handling and restraint for various medical procedures.
  • Treat animals and clients with care and respect.
  • Competently explain to clients information documented by the doctor about an animal’s condition.
  • Document and communicate patient concerns or observed changes to the Veterinarian.
  • Feed and medicate patients following veterinarian and LVT instructions.
  • Lift patients up to 40 pounds.
  • Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals, staff, and clients using low-stress handling techniques.
• Professionalism, Communication, and Performance (40%)
  • Represent ASPCA in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
  • Provide management with regular feedback about training needs, new hires, coworkers, interns, and hospital needs.
  • Collaborate professionally with other ASPCA department managers and staff.
  • Support organization and departmental policies and protocols.
  • Maintain an open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols.
  • Possess thorough knowledge of AAH daily procedures and protocols.
  • Ensure and maintain high-quality standards of care, work ethic, and performance.
  • Work independently without supervision and as part of a team.
  • Work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions.
  • Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Advise Supervisor of any unsafe conditions, including unrecognized hazards or infractions of safety rules.
• Housekeeping and Maintenance (20%)
  • Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and facility while utilizing appropriate PPE.
  • Follow all departmental PPE and cleaning protocols.
  • Follow all protocols put forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • Follow all written and verbally communicated departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Take inventory and stock supplies as needed.
  • Assist in keeping supplies stocked by noting when supplies are running low in all departments.
  • Ensure the entire hospital, including treatment, surgery, exam rooms, and kennels, is kept extremely clean throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work standing for 10 or more hours.
• Basic to advanced computer skills, including Excel, Microsoft Office, and ImproMed.
• Completion of the Fear Free 8-module course or willingness to complete within 60 days of hire/promotion.
• High degree of integrity and accountability.
• Knowledge of shelter medicine and operations.
• Knowledge of veterinary hospital protocols and procedures.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal communication and the ability to work in a team environment or independently.
• Possess a sense of humor that balances flexibility and enthusiasm and thrives on detail.
• Possess excellent Fear Free animal handling and restraint skills.
• Proficiency in Impromed (preferred).
• Licensed Veterinary Technician - American Association of Veterinary State Boards.

Skills

• Language: English (Required), Spanish (preferred).

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology.
• Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology or Shelter Medicine (preferred).
• Veterinary Technician experience.

Pay

The target hiring range for this role is $34.60 - $37.00 per hour. Starting pay depends on education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands, or budgeted amount for the role. Compensation may increase beyond the hiring range based on performance over time.

Benefits

• Signing bonus.
• Relocation bonus available for qualifying candidates.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• For more information on benefits, click here.

Schedule

Wednesday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–8:00 PM. Occasional flexibility and overtime may be required.