Licensed Veterinary Technician, Ophthalmology
Responsibilities
- Perform basic and advanced ophthalmic diagnostic tests (tear quantity, glaucoma testing, ulcer testing, retinal electrical function, etc.) and help hold patients for detailed ocular examination, including the ability to properly restrain fractious cats.
- Be the frontline in educating clients on their pet’s ocular disease and care. This includes client communication through email.
- Assist with procedures and surgeries that restore comfort and vision ranging from outpatient procedures to basic and complex surgeries. Surgical procedures including eyelid surgeries, cherry eye surgery, corneal grafts, cataract surgery, retinal surgery, glaucoma surgery
- Provide exceptional and compassionate care for patients from admission through discharge
- Provide anesthesia, surgical support, and post-operative recovery for patients of all ASA levels.
- Place IV catheters and fluids, administer drugs through various route, perform and monitor sedation/anesthesia (with advances skills including paralytics, ventilation, constant rate infusions, etc.)
- Assist the Ophthalmology department with appointments and facilitate technician appointments. This includes filling prescriptions through various methods.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot surgical and anesthetic equipment
- Communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues
Qualifications
- Must have NYS Veterinary Technician’s license
- Candidate must be able to work successfully as part of a team and autonomously with the ability to remain composed in stressful and emergency situations
- A strong skill set in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia protocols, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care is essential
- A candidate for this position must a solid basic anesthesia skill set, ophthalmology preferred but not required
- Eager to learn more about diseases and medication specific to ophthalmology
- Ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds
- Basic computer skills a must
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Competitive salary
- Generous sign-on bonus
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- 50% 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
- 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
Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:
A Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital’s entire 83,000-square-foot space into a state-of-the-art facility unlike any other.
Highlights include: A brand-new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64-slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In-house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT
A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties: With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.
A Hospital in the heart of NYC: AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.
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Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter
Short answers (6)
- LinkedIn Profile optional
- Website optional
- Minimum salary required?
- Are you fluent in any foreign language? optional
- Have you ever been known by another name? If so, please let us know what name you are also recognized or previously known by? optional
- Names of any relatives or friends employed by AMC? optional
Pick from a list (10)
- Please select the answer that best reflects the state of your NY State LVT License?
- How many years of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician with advanced anesthesia skills?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions?
- If you provided a phone number, do you consent to receiving follow-up communication via text message (or SMS message) regarding your application status?
- How did you hear about us?
- Are you able to work overtime?
- Are you 18 years old or over?
- Have you ever been in the US Military?
- If you have been in the US Military (answered yes to the question above), what branch did you serve in? optional
- I certify that the information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all matters contained in this application, and authorize all parties named in this application to release information to the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center. I further agree that any misleading or false statements would be cause for rejection of this application or would be sufficient cause for termination. I understand that any offer of employment with the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is contingent upon the investigation of this application, including a reference check, and satisfactory completion of the orientation period of employment. I understand that this application is not intended to be a contract of employment. I further understand that my employment may be terminated at will by the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center at any time, for any reason not prohibited by law, and that no Schwarzman Animal Medical Center official has the authority to enter into a contractual oral agreement.