Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $21 - $27 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This position is scheduled five days per week, with shifts typically starting between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and ending at 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM. The schedule includes one shorter flex day (approximately 6 hours). Rotating Saturday shifts from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM are required approximately once every 1–2 months, with adjusted weekday hours.

LaFayette Veterinary Clinic hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

Key Responsibilities: 

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in New York 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.

About LaFayette Veterinary Clinic

LaFayette Veterinary Clinic is a close-knit, AAHA-affiliated small animal practice in LaFayette, NY, where our team of five veterinarians, licensed technicians, assistants, and receptionists works together to give pets and their people compassionate, educational care. Many of our staff have been with us for over a decade, and we’re active in the community through school programs, local shelter drives, and sponsorships of youth sports teams. We value teamwork, client education, and a Fear-Free approach that keeps visits comfortable for every patient.

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.