Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) 

Join Our Team in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Central New York! 

Cayuga Veterinary Services, located in Auburn, NY is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team.

About Us:

We are an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital. That means we hold ourselves to a higher standard of care. Pets are our passion and keeping them healthy is our #1 priority.  We are also a part of the Cat-Friendly Practice program, which is awarded through the American Association of Feline Practitioners. We are proud that our employees on our team are Fear Free certified professionals. Fear Free is a unique program that has a proven record of success in reducing pet fear, anxiety, and stress by understanding when pets are communicating these behaviors. We are dedicated to caring for your pet’s emotional well-being as well as their physical well-being.

About You:

 

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our team and ensuring the comfort and well-being of our patients. You must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in good standing with a strong interest and/or experience in surgery and anesthesia. You have the ability to work collaboratively with different hospital teams and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You are detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks efficiently and are committed to providing high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities may include:

-Assist veterinarians in surgical procedures, including pre-operative preparation, anesthesia administration, monitoring, and post-operative care.

-Ensure all surgical instruments and equipment are properly sterilized and maintained.

-Provide exceptional care and monitoring of patients before, during, and after surgery.

-Collaborate with veterinary team to maintain high standards of care.

-Educate clients on surgical procedures, post-operative care, and follow-up visits.

-Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.

-Perform imagining including but not limited to x-ray and ultrasound.

-Sample collection and processing, including phlebotomy

-Maintain and operate lab equipment and diagnostic machines.

-Dispense medication including controlled substances.

-Administer vaccines.

-Dental procedures including scaling, polishing, dental digital x-rays and anesthesia.

Available Shifts:

- Full-time and part-time opportunities available

-Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-7pm with the possibility of Saturdays

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation based on your skills and experience. 

The base hourly range for this position is $17 - $23. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

 

Additional Benefits Include:

- Uniform Allowance

- Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

- Paid Time Off

- Employee Pet Discount

- Tuition Assistance Programs

- 401k

- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

- Disability Insurance

- Life Insurance

- Employee Assistance Programs

Join Us Today!

If you're passionate about animal care and eager to contribute to a supportive team environment, visit at https://www.cayugaveterinaryservices.com/ to learn more about our hospital. We look forward to hearing from you!