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About the Role
Finger Lakes Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate, motivated Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our two-doctor small animal and exotic practice in Canandaigua, New York. We offer a wide variety of cases and services, including dentistry, surgery, anesthesia, laser therapy, ultrasound, exotic animal care, and more. This is a great opportunity for a Licensed Veterinary Technician who enjoys variety, wants to stay hands-on, and is excited to continue building their skills.
Responsibilities
- Triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
- Safely handle and restrain small animal and exotic patients
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
- Run in-house laboratory testing, including CBCs, chemistry panels, urinalysis, cytology, and fecal testing
- Prepare patients and equipment for surgical and dental procedures
- Monitor anesthesia and patient vital signs throughout procedures
- Maintain complete and accurate anesthesia and treatment records
- Assist with diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, laser therapy, and other hospital services
- Provide attentive nursing care throughout treatment and recovery
- Educate clients with compassion, clarity, and confidence
- Accurately document patient care, treatments, and client communication in the medical record
- Collaborate with veterinarians and support staff to keep the hospital running smoothly
Requirements
- Current New York State Veterinary Technician license
- Strong understanding of preventive care, vaccines, and common medical conditions
- Confidence with patient triage and obtaining thorough medical histories
- Safe, compassionate, and effective patient-handling skills
- Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory testing, and anesthesia monitoring
- Strong communication and client-education skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate medical records
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Dependable work habits and strong time-management skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to ask for or offer help
- Genuine passion for veterinary medicine and continued learning
Skills
- Veterinary Technician
- Small animal care
- Exotic animal care
- Dentistry
- Surgery
- Anesthesia
- Laser therapy
- Ultrasound
- Patient Triage
- Medical Histories
- Vital Signs
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Handling
- Restraint
- Medication Administration
- Vaccine Administration
- Treatment Administration
- Venipuncture
- Catheter Placement
- Fluid Therapy
- Sample Collection
- Laboratory Testing
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Client Education
- Medical Record Keeping
- Collaboration
Location
- Canandaigua, New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Based on experience
Education Level
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
Salary/Compensations
- $21.00–$23.00 per hour
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee pet discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Continuing education allowance
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Sick Time
About the Company
- Finger Lakes Animal Hospital is a two-doctor small animal and exotic practice.
- We are proud of the medicine we practice and the team that makes it possible.
- Our hospital offers a wide variety of cases and services.
- Our team works hard, supports one another, and keeps things positive.
- We value open communication, mutual respect, and creating a workplace where every team member feels comfortable being themselves.
Equal Opportunity
- Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Finger Lakes Animal Hospital and Vetcor.
- We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.