Neurology Licensed Veterinary Technician

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

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PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island is currently seeking a Neurology Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

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Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

The following is a list of essential job requirements.  This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed. Job Functions and Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Proficiency in proper animal restraint.
• Ability to draw blood and place catheters (jugular and femoral catheterization required).
• Experienced or educated in laboratory procedures such as proper blood and specimen handling, reading of fecal assays and urinalysis.
• Familiar with radiographic technique and positioning.
• Administration of intravenous drugs and anesthetic agents, including understanding of the basic mechanics of an anesthesia ma
• Monitoring of all patients and able to identify medical emergencies.
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, including cleaning, sterilizing and packing of surgical instruments, drapes and gowns.
• Ability to assist in surgery at the discretion of the veterinary doctor.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kennel, prep room and surgery areas; stocking as needed.
• Controlled drug log recording.
• Inventory management.
• Client communication and education
• Basic understanding or the ability to learn veterinary software programs.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in NYS. Eligibility for licensing accepted.
• General knowledge of instruments and supplies.
• Ability to restrain animals of all sizes; work with blood and feces, and exposure to X-Rays.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience in emergency medicine and private practice preferred.
• The ideal candidate is skilled, organized, caring and has a desire to be part of a growing veterinary referral practice that is a crucial component of a continuum of care that supports long-term relationships between companion animals and people.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range 23.7 - 40.5 USD