About the Role
Ellicott Street Animal Hospital is seeking full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate possesses experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
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.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in New York is required.
- 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.
Skills
- Animal care
- Client communication
- Veterinary procedures
- Lab work
- Radiographs
- Injections
- IV catheter placement
- Medication dispensing
- Record keeping
Location
- Ellicott Street
Work Type
- Full-time
- 4 -10-hour shifts
Education Level
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification
Salary/Compensations
- $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee pet discounts
About the Company
- Ellicott Street Animal Hospital is focused on providing the right tools for doctors and staff to deliver excellent service and care.
- The hospital is equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house labs, cold laser therapy, and EKG.
- Established in the 1880s, Ellicott Street is the longest continuously operating vet clinic in Buffalo.
- As an AAHA-accredited practice, they strive to provide pets with the best veterinary care possible.
Equal Opportunity
- Dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows for inclusive service provision.
