Licensed Veterinary Technician, Medical Surgical Unit

Responsibilities :

• Must be able to interpret and execute treatment directives given by veterinarian
• Will be required to operate and / or monitor Heska and syringe pumps, Cardell blood pressure monitors, Doppler monitors and blood gas machines
• Must be able to place jelco and sampling catheters, collect blood samples
• Required to update patient records and monitor patient activity using Cornerstone
• Maintain stock and order supplies
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining cleanliness of ward and would be required to participate in the training of new employees and volunteers

Qualifications :

• Must have a New York State Veterinary Technician's license or permit
• Must have animal handling experience and ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work successfully as part of a team
• Must have ability to remain composed in stressful and emergency situations
• Must have flexibility necessary to work additional hours when workload requires

Our comprehensive benefits package includes :

• Competitive salary
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• 75% discount on veterinary care
• Mentorship through the VTS process
• Continuing education funds with rollover options
• NYS Licensing fee reimbursement
• Relocation reimbursement for qualified candidates who live outside the NYC metropolitan area
• Free housing for 1 year for qualified candidates who live outside of the NYC metropolitan area (*2-year employment commitment required)
• 403b matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• You may be eligible for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer

Shift :

Monday - Friday 10am - 6pm

Pay Range

$40 USD

AMC's Commitment to Lifelong Learning

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is located in Manhattan, near a multitude of leading research and teaching hospitals.

AMC's commitment to compassionate and pioneering veterinary care dates to 1910 when it was founded as a clinic to help animals whose owners could not afford treatment.

We continue this legacy today as the world's largest non-profit animal hospital, with 130+ veterinarians working collaboratively across 20 specialties and services.

Our team prides itself on delivering world class veterinary care to help keep pet families together.

When you join the team at AMC, you join a renowned team of veterinary professionals dedicated to innovative care, research, and education.

Our prestigious postgraduate education programs attract future leaders in veterinary medicine, and the clinical research conducted at AMC has led to breakthroughs that change the way veterinary care is delivered industry wide.

This shared commitment to learning, teaching, and innovative care creates a collegial, collaborative environment with rewarding opportunities for advancement and growth.

We're building the future of veterinary medicine at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, thanks to our transformative Gift of Love campaign to expand and enhance our clinical, educational, and research capacities.

Construction is currently underway to fully renovate the hospital, ensuring AMC is at the forefront of veterinary medicine for generations to come.