What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) position at Summer Street Cat Clinic - Buffalo?
Summer Street Cat Clinic is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) for an exciting opportunity at Western New York's Original Cat-Exclusive hospital! We pride ourselves on providing the highest standard of care to our feline patients, building strong, lasting relationships with our loyal clientele. With over 40 years of history, our clinic has become a trusted name in the community, supported by a caring, experienced, and supportive team.
We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic Licensed Veterinary Technician who loves cats and excels at low-stress handling. You will work closely with our veterinarians and support staff to provide top-tier medical care, monitor anesthesia, run diagnostics, and ensure our feline patients feel safe and comfortable from arrival to discharge.
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic Licensed Veterinary Technician who loves cats and excels at low-stress handling. You will work closely with our veterinarians and support staff to provide top-tier medical care, monitor anesthesia, run diagnostics, and ensure our feline patients feel safe and comfortable from arrival to discharge.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care & Handling: Execute fear-free and low-stress handling/restraint techniques specifically tailored for felines during exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Nursing & Treatments: Administer oral, SQ, IM, and IV medications; place IV catheters and manage fluid therapy; monitor hospitalized or recovering cats.
- Laboratory & Diagnostics: Collect blood samples (jugular and medial saphenous), and run in-house lab work (CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal analysis).
- Anesthesia & Surgery: Assist with surgical preps, induce and monitor anesthesia, and monitor post-op recovery.
- Dentistry: Perform routine dental cleanings and take digital dental radiographs.
- Client Education: Discharge patients with clear home-care instructions, explain medication administration, and educate owners on feline wellness and preventative care.
- Active, in-good-standing license as a Veterinary Technician (LVT).
- Minimum [1-2 ] years of hands-on small animal or feline-specific clinical experience.
- Strong technical skill set (venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client interactions.
- Positive attitude, attention to detail, and a true team player mentality.
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience. (Base hourly rate of $20-$25)
- Flexible Schedule
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- 401K Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Continuing education (CE) and license fee reimbursements.
- Generous employee pet care discounts.
- A quiet, dog-free work environment focused purely on cats!
- If you are passionate about cats and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted feline advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.
- Two Convenient Locations: Buffalo, NY (downtown) and Getzville, NY (Amherst area).
- Close-Knit Team: Be part of a small, family-oriented clinic where everyone knows each other. Many of our employees have been with us for decades!
- Community Involvement: Take part in local parades, fundraisers for the Pet Emergency Fund, and build strong relationships with both clients and the community.
- Client Loyalty: Our clients have been with us since the clinic's opening, trusting us with their cats' health for over 40 years.
- Join a team where you're more than just a number - you are part of the family. Build lasting relationships with a small team and a loyal client base that appreciates the unique cat care we offer.
- Apply now to take advantage of this unique opportunity at Summer Street Cat Clinic!
Salary : $20 - $25