About this role
Dix Hills Animal Hospital is looking for fulltime experienced LVT, Licensed Veterinary Technician.
Dix Hills, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is a full-service veterinary hospital. We are located in the Huntington, New York. Our veterinary services are available six days a week, with a state-of-the-art emergency care facility. Our professional and courteous health care team aspires to excellence in medical treatment, quality and client service. We utilize cutting-edge knowledge, equipment and techniques to care for your pets and exceed your expectations. Further, we recognize the bond between people and pets and treat them as part of the family.
Licensed Technician responsible for performing advanced medical, diagnostic, and laboratory procedures under the direction of a licensed veterinarian.
Manage and provide for the patient's needs.
Triage patients and determine if patient is stable or critical.
Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in files.
Assist veterinarian in all aspects during surgical procedures; pre-medication, set up, induction, preparation, maintenance of general anesthesia, surgical monitoring, surgical assisting, recovery, writing post op orders and pain management protocols.
Perform blood collection via all routes and ability to know best collection method based on individual patient needs or specific test requirements.
Preparation of fluid therapy- infusion pump/syringe pump set up, appropriate IVF set up, fluid types and rates for administration, CRI calculations and monitoring.
Assist with dosage calculations and dispensing of medication including controlled substances as well as advanced emergency drug calculations, dosing and administering route protocols and common contraindications.
Monitor daily activities of in-hospital patients both stable or who require advanced monitoring.
Communicate with doctors, technicians, office staff and clients regarding status of patients.
Prepare patients for discharge to owners including client education about home care and medication to be given.
Follow established hospital policies and procedures when handling client concerns and complaints.
Document legibly and keep accurate medical records in accordance to hospital policy.
Clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
Benefits
Our employment package for full-time employees includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, pet care discounts, 401K with a true match up to 4%. In addition, all full-time hospital team members receive VSOP® grants, SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members. VSOP® is an ownership program that tracks the value of the entire Suveto organization.
Dix Hills Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.