Veterinary Practice Partners
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Practice Partners, Rochester, New York, United States
Licensed Veterinary Technician (Full‑time)
Coldwater Animal Hospital
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Rochester, NY
We are seeking a dedicated, 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.
$2,500 Sign‑On Bonus
– New LVT grads are especially encouraged to apply. We provide training and focus on your passion for veterinary care.
You will have the unique opportunity to expand your skills in specialty procedures, including orthopedic and advanced soft‑tissue surgeries under Dr. Klovstad.
Key Responsibilities
Provide status updates for hospitalized patients, home‑care instructions, pre‑ and post‑op instructions, and medication administration guidance. Address client medical questions with confidence and direct complex inquiries to veterinarians.
Educate clients on preventative medicine, wellness care by age, vaccine requirements, laboratory procedures, and support hospital financial policies by preparing estimates and discussing commitments.
Greet clients, escort them and their pets into exam rooms, ensure smooth transitions to the front desk, and promote the practice’s products, programs, and services.
Restrain animals safely and compassionately; assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia and monitor during surgery and recovery.
Maintain surgical materials, hospital equipment, and inventory; ensure the surgery room, ICU, exam rooms, and treatment areas are prepared and maintained.
Record accurate patient information using a paperless medical record system, ensuring all procedures, vaccinations, and notes are documented.
Assist with dispensing medications as directed by the veterinarian, prepare prescription labels, and properly package medication.
Follow DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines; administer SQ, IM, and IV injections, perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and ECGs; place IV catheters; perform emergency treatments such as bleeding control and external cardiac massage.
Qualifications
Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York.
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.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Paid time off and flexible scheduling.
Employee pet discount.
401(k) with generous company match.
Continuing education for licensed veterinary technicians.
Bi‑annual $75 scrub allowance.
Supportive hospital leadership and team dynamic.
Fun staff events, community involvement, and organized training schedule.
License reimbursement.
Schedule
Full‑time: 35–40 hours per week.
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (or 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Evening shifts: 1–2 times per week, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Saturdays: 1–2 times per month, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
On‑call rotation: Every 5 weeks.
Salary and Sign‑On Bonus Salary: $20–$25 per hour, based on skills, experience, and qualifications.
Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500.
About Coldwater Animal Hospital Coldwater Animal Hospital has been providing exceptional care for pets since 1989. We offer preventive care, dental treatments, dietary management, routine surgeries, and healthy‑life services. Our team prioritizes patient comfort with dimmable lights, comfortable exam mats, and gentle handling techniques. Compassionate, high‑quality care is our top priority.
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Rochester, NY
We are seeking a dedicated, 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.
$2,500 Sign‑On Bonus
– New LVT grads are especially encouraged to apply. We provide training and focus on your passion for veterinary care.
You will have the unique opportunity to expand your skills in specialty procedures, including orthopedic and advanced soft‑tissue surgeries under Dr. Klovstad.
Key Responsibilities
Provide status updates for hospitalized patients, home‑care instructions, pre‑ and post‑op instructions, and medication administration guidance. Address client medical questions with confidence and direct complex inquiries to veterinarians.
Educate clients on preventative medicine, wellness care by age, vaccine requirements, laboratory procedures, and support hospital financial policies by preparing estimates and discussing commitments.
Greet clients, escort them and their pets into exam rooms, ensure smooth transitions to the front desk, and promote the practice’s products, programs, and services.
Restrain animals safely and compassionately; assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia and monitor during surgery and recovery.
Maintain surgical materials, hospital equipment, and inventory; ensure the surgery room, ICU, exam rooms, and treatment areas are prepared and maintained.
Record accurate patient information using a paperless medical record system, ensuring all procedures, vaccinations, and notes are documented.
Assist with dispensing medications as directed by the veterinarian, prepare prescription labels, and properly package medication.
Follow DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines; administer SQ, IM, and IV injections, perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and ECGs; place IV catheters; perform emergency treatments such as bleeding control and external cardiac massage.
Qualifications
Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York.
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.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Paid time off and flexible scheduling.
Employee pet discount.
401(k) with generous company match.
Continuing education for licensed veterinary technicians.
Bi‑annual $75 scrub allowance.
Supportive hospital leadership and team dynamic.
Fun staff events, community involvement, and organized training schedule.
License reimbursement.
Schedule
Full‑time: 35–40 hours per week.
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (or 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Evening shifts: 1–2 times per week, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Saturdays: 1–2 times per month, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
On‑call rotation: Every 5 weeks.
Salary and Sign‑On Bonus Salary: $20–$25 per hour, based on skills, experience, and qualifications.
Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500.
About Coldwater Animal Hospital Coldwater Animal Hospital has been providing exceptional care for pets since 1989. We offer preventive care, dental treatments, dietary management, routine surgeries, and healthy‑life services. Our team prioritizes patient comfort with dimmable lights, comfortable exam mats, and gentle handling techniques. Compassionate, high‑quality care is our top priority.
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