Veterinary Technician
Northside Veterinary Clinic
- Pay
- $24 to $42
- an hour
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 16
- 4 days ago
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About the company
Northside Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary · 11 to 50 employees
Northside Veterinary Clinic was established in 1997 and is in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Here at Northside, we have carefully cultivated an atmosphere that is comfortable, welcoming, and calming, ensuring that both pets and their owners feel at ease from the moment they step through our doors. Every patient is entitled to treatment rooted in care, respect, and understanding. We have built upon those core values to create a full-service, state-of-the-art animal hospital and trusted staple of our community. In addition to routine and emergency care, we also offer alternative therapies such as Chinese and Western herbal therapy, acupuncture, shockwave therapy, craniosacral therapy, and laser therapy, providing a holistic approach to pet care. 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.
What you'll do
- 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
What you need
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification is required or license eligible in New York
- Surgical experience 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
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Perks
- vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee pet discounts
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