What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician, Interventional Radiology position at Schwarzman Animal Medical Center?
Join the Interventional Radiology / Interventional Endoscopy Team
Drs. Chick Weisse and Allyson Berent
The Katharine and William Rayner Interventional Radiology (IR) and Endoscopy (IE) Suite is the first facility of its kind, offering complete interventional capabilities for veterinary patients. Well established in human medicine, these minimally invasive procedures provide unparalleled precision in the treatment and diagnosis of complex medical conditions. The IR / IE team is co-led by Drs. Chick Weisse and Allyson Berent, who have pioneered the use of these lifesaving procedures in companion animals.
IR / IE Veterinary Technicians provide anesthesia for these cutting-edge procedures, working alongside our highly skilled technicians and our board-certified anesthesiologist. IR/IE Technicians also participate in clinic appointments and communicate post-operatively with clients and assist in patient discharges.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Providing anesthesia support for cutting-edge IR / IE procedures for patients of all ASA levels
- Troubleshooting, operating, and maintaining surgical and anesthetic equipment and inventory
- Working alongside doctors in clinics and communicating with clients
- Assisting with all aspects of patient care from admission through discharge
- Participating in research and educational projects
Qualifications:
- Must have NYS Veterinary Technician’s license
- Advanced anesthesia skill set and ability to perform tasks associated with critical and emergent situations
- Position is ideal for technicians seeking a VTS in anesthesia and analgesia
- Candidate must be able to work successfully as part of a team and autonomously with the ability to remain composed in stressful situations
- Strong skills in phlebotomy, peripheral catheter and central line placement, anesthesia protocols, anesthesia monitoring, and post operative care preferred
- Equivalent of 1 year training in an advanced veterinary surgery department preferred
- Individuals must be flexible about working additional hours when necessary and have the willingness and determination to remain on the cutting edge of veterinary anesthesia
- Ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Competitive salary
- Generous sign-on bonus
- Relocation reimbursement for qualified candidates who live outside the NYC metropolitan area
- Free housing for 1 year for qualified candidates who live outside of the NYC metropolitan area
- Generous paid time off
- Four-day work week
- Tuition assistance
- 75% discount on veterinary care
- Mentorship through the VTS process
- Continuing education funds with rollover options
- NYS Licensing fee reimbursement
- 403b matching fund
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- You may be eligible for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer
