Veterinary Technician

Salary: $28 - $32 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position consisting of four 10-hour shifts per week. Weekday shifts may vary and typically run 8:00 AM–6:00 PM or 9:00 AM–7:00 PM and every-other Saturday  9:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. 

What to Expect

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities  
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

 Key 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. 

Qualifications: 

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York.
• 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. 

About Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group

Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group is an AHHA-accredited practice enjoying an over 50-year legacy of service to our community and the surrounding areas. We continue to strive to honor a legacy of compassion, integrity, respect and selflessness towards each other, clients, patients, colleagues, and community. Our modern, 11,000 square foot main facility houses an ultrasound suite, dental suite, endoscopy, separate specialty and general practice surgery suites, multiple patient wards including a separate cat ward, ICU, doctor offices, radiology suite, spacious treatment room, and a large, welcoming reception area. We have a class IV laser unit and a digital thermal imaging unit.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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