Licensed Veterinary Technician
Company: West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center
Location: Huntington
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description Join Our Team at
West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center as a Licensed
Veterinary Technician! About Us: At West Hills Animal Hospital &
Emergency Center, we're not just a team—we're a family dedicated to
providing top-notch veterinary care to our beloved furry friends in
West Hills and beyond. From routine check-ups to emergency
interventions, we strive for excellence in every aspect of our
practice. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the lives
of animals and the people who love them. Why Work With Us? Dynamic
Environment: Experience the excitement of working across our
General Practice (GP), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Emergency
Room (ER), where no two days are the same. Cutting-Edge Medicine:
Work with state-of-the-art equipment and advanced treatment
modalities that keep you at the forefront of veterinary medicine.
Supportive Team: Collaborate with a group of passionate
professionals who support, inspire, and bring out the best in one
another. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a set schedule that helps you
balance your professional and personal passions. Community Impact:
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their
families through compassionate care and outreach. Schedule:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 3 PM – 11 PM Sunday: 7 AM – 3
PM What We’re Looking For: Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Required experience in ER and ER Surgery If you’re ready to grow in
a fast-paced environment and be part of a team that truly values
collaboration, compassion, and excellence— we’d love to hear from
you! Here is What Your day May Consist of: In the performance of
their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to
conform to the following Perform quality work within deadlines with
or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with other
employees, customers, and suppliers. Work effectively as a team
contributor on all assignments. Work independently while
understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work
efforts with other employees and organizations. Veterinary
technicians provide high-quality medical care to all in-patient and
adoption center animals as a senior veterinarian directs. Here is
What You Will Bring to the Position: Proficiency in proper animal
restraint. Ability to draw blood and place catheters (jugular and
femoral catheterization required). Experienced or educated in
laboratory procedures such as proper blood and specimen handling,
reading of fecal assays, and urinalysis. Familiar with radiographic
technique and positioning. Administration of intravenous drugs and
anesthetic agents, including understanding the basic mechanics of
an anesthesia machine. Monitoring all patients and able to identify
medical emergencies. Proficiency in aseptic technique, including
cleaning, sterilizing, and packing surgical instruments, drapes,
and gowns. Ability to assist in surgery at the discretion of the
veterinary doctor. Client communication and education Basic
understanding or the ability to learn veterinary software programs.
NYS license required. Eligibility for licensing accepted. General
knowledge of instruments and supplies. The ideal candidate is
skilled, organized, and caring and desires to be part of a growing
veterinary referral practice that is a crucial component of a
continuum of care that supports long-term relationships between
companion animals and people. • Experience in emergency medicine
and private practice preferred Here is What We Will Offer You:
Exceptional compensation Competitive benefits package including
medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Tuition Reimbursement
(in an accredited Veterinary Technology program) Retirement: 401(K)
with employer match Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays Training
and career development Paid license fees and dues Generous CE
allowance Paid VTS specialization Ready for your next Adventure to
live your best Veterinary Lifestyle? Apply Today
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