What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician position at New Canaan Veterinary Hospital?
**About Us**
New Canaan Veterinary Hospital is a family-owned facility with over 60 years of experience serving New Canaan, Wilton, Norwalk, Stamford, and Pound Ridge. We offer a wide range of services including routine examinations, preventative care, dentistry, digital x-ray, full lab on premises, ultrasound, and X-rays. Our staff is compassionate, caring, and dedicated to providing top-notch care.
The town of New Canaan has a small-town feel with a big personality. With its proximity to New York State and easy commute to Manhattan, it's an ideal location for those who want to balance work and play.
We're looking for a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for client communication, appointment management, phlebotomy, anesthesia monitoring, and surgical prep. You'll also have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and advance your skills through virtual and hands-on training.
To succeed in this role, you should have strong computer skills, excellent customer service skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. You'll also need to be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises, and be willing to learn and adapt to new situations.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, liability, and 401(k) matching. You'll also have access to continuing education opportunities, tuition assistance, and career development programs.
**Responsibilities:**
- Client communication (in-person and phone)
- Appointment management
- Phlebotomy
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical prep
- Patient care
Requirements:
- Licensed veterinary technician with 1 year of experience in a clinical setting
- Top-notch technical skills
- Able to arrive on-time and ready to work
- Computer skills (must be proficient in paperless practice)
- Pays attention to detail and is a fast learner
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Ability to restrain pets safely and effectively
- Proficient in sample collection and laboratory processing
- Ability to position and capture radiographs
- Proficient in anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and recovery
We Offer:
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, liability, and 401(k) matching)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid bereavement program
- Paid parental leave program
- Competitive compensation
- Continuing education allowance (for licensed/registered/certified roles)
- Tuition assistance program
- Career development opportunities
- Referral bonus program (for most positions)
