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Licensed Veterinary Technician Overnight

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Westbury, NY
31K-37K Hourly
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Westbury, NY
31K-37K Hourly
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Provides overnight emergency and critical care for veterinary patients, including anesthesia monitoring, drug dose calculations, venipuncture, IVC placement, radiology, imaging, advanced procedures, and compassionate patient care. Collaborates with hospital teams, supports full technician skill utilization, participates in paid on-call availability, and works overnight weekdays and weekends.
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***This role has a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Bonus paid at 30 days and has a mandatory 12-month retention period***

Join our growing team at VCA VREC of Westbury and help provide exceptional care to pets in our community!


We’re seeking an Full time experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician for our Emergency and Critical Care department on our OVERNIGHT shifts at our 24-hour Emergency/Specialty hospital.


At VCA VREC, we encourage growth and development, offering training opportunities and a collaborative environment. Expand your skills with cutting-edge technology like CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. We support full technician skill utilization and provide gold-standard medicine with a focus on patient care.


We support both experienced technicians and those eager to develop their skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you’re a motivated, positive individual who values teamwork and respect, we’d love to hear from you!


Potential Schedule: Full-time, overnight weekdays, and weekends.


Compensation: $31 - $37 / hour based on skill set, and licensure status (LVT)

**Plus**

$2 overnight differential 8p-8a every night

$4 weekend differential available Friday 8p- Mon 8a**

Licensed Veterinary Technician Duties:

  • Procedural anesthesia monitoring
  • Ability to calculate drug doses
  • Full Technician Skill Utilization
  • Venipuncture / IVC placement
  • Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
  • Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
  • Providing compassionate care for all patients
  • Imaging and advanced procedures
  • Paid on-call availability
  • Minimum 1 year experience

                                 

VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package!

  • Licensure tuition support and scholarships
  • LVT license reimbursement
  • Generous pay differential for $4 weekends and $2 overnight shifts
  • Hefty discounts to VetGirl, and Fear Free Certification
  • Free NAVTA membership
  • $750 -$1000 CE allowance
  • Leadership opportunities (career growth potential)
  • Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space, Lyra)
  • Referral bonuses
  • Competitive wage
  • VTS career path financial support
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Life, long and short term disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Infertility Benefits
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • 401(k)
  • Free access to Plumbs, and educational platforms such as Vetfolio

What Make VCA VREC Westbury Unique?
At VCA VREC, we prioritize your well-being with an on-site social worker, a culture of growth and support, and a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. We foster an environment where you can thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.


We also know how to have fun! Join us for monthly team-building events like food competitions, Seasonal events, just because days, coffee bars and more. Plus, we celebrate our staff during Vet Tech Week to show appreciation for their hard work. And just wait ‘til you experience Spirit Week.


Please take a moment to view our hospital video below and learn a bit more of why VREC Westbury is the right choice for you.

https://vimeo.com/569934798/9784f9280f


We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged.


(Brief video on life as a technician with VCA from a technician point of view)

https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5


Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

We look forward to getting to know you!


The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)


We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

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