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About the Role

Animal Care Centers of NYC's new veterinary center provides urgent and secondary care for pets whose owners cannot afford emergency treatment, preventing unnecessary surrender or euthanasia. This role offers a chance to provide care without the pressure of sales, as services are deeply discounted or subsidized. The center is a new model for accessible veterinary care in New York City, with potential for growth.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing support for urgent and surgical patients, including anesthesia, pre-op and post-op care.
Perform diagnostics and administer treatments under veterinary supervision.
Clearly communicate patient needs and care plans to both team members and clients.
Support efficient patient flow in a busy clinic setting.
Maintain accurate records, follow protocols, and contribute to a positive and collaborative clinic culture.
Participate in the setup and continued evolution of this new medical program.
Obtain Fear Free Certification within 30 days of hire.
Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
NYS Licensed Veterinary Technician required.
Equally good in dealing with animals AND people.
Successfully manages critical patients.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, able to multi-task and prioritize.
Dependable, reliable, and efficient.
Willingness and ability to accept and learn evolving tech in veterinary medicine.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.

Skills

Anesthesia
Pre-op care
Post-op care
Diagnostics
Treatment administration
Client communication
Team communication
Record keeping
Protocol adherence
Collaboration
Adaptability to new technology
Calmness under stress
Professionalism in stressful situations
Dentistry experience (preferred)
Ability to work independently (preferred)

Location

Ridgewood Queens, New York City

Work Type

Full-time
4 ten-hour shifts

Experience Level

Not specified

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED
NYS Licensed Veterinary Technician

Benefits

Generous paid-time-off (PTO) package including vacation time, birthdays off, personal days, and sick pay.
Open access Cigna medical, dental, and vision insurance at a low premium.
401K and Pension.
Life Insurance.
On-the-job training for 2-4 weeks.
Periodic all-staff trainings (safety, DEI, cross-training).
Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

About the Company

ACC is one of the nation’s largest open-admission animal shelters with a mission to End Animal Homelessness in NYC, touching the lives of nearly 20,000 animals annually.
ACC is a resource to the community, offering services through the Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Veterinary Center.
The veterinary center is a new model for accessible care in New York City, providing urgent and secondary care to prevent unnecessary surrender or euthanasia due to cost.
The facility is a 50,000 sq ft shelter in Ridgewood Queens with a 4,000 sq ft hospital, including a surgical suite, dental suite, ultrasound, in-house lab, and radiology.
Affordable grooming services are also offered.
The company is a nonprofit organization.