This position will include training in Recovery, the Operating Room, Dentistry, Exotics, Ophthalmology, Interventional Radiology, and Neurology. The technician will assist with all aspects of patient care from admission through discharge. The primary responsibility of this position is anesthesia and assisting with appointments. The technician can provide anesthesia support for all AMC services and may be cross-trained in oncology. Duties will include but not be limited to: troubleshooting, operation and care of surgical and anesthetic equipment, maintenance of inventory, assisting in the OR, and educational projects of anesthesia focus.

Qualifications:

• A candidate for this position must have an advanced anesthesia skill set and must be able to perform all of the tasks with a critical and emergent anesthesia procedure.
• The equivalent of 6 months training is required in the Surgery Department with the AMC.
• The candidate must be able to lead and act autonomously during a crisis and be adept at crash medicine and resuscitation.
• A NYS Veterinary Technician license or permit is required.
• Candidate must be able to work successfully as part of a team and autonomously with the ability to remain composed in stressful and emergency situations.
• A strong skill set in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia protocols, anesthesia monitoring and post-operative care is essential.
• The individual must be flexible about working additional hours when necessary and have the willingness and determination to remain on the cutting edge of veterinary anesthesia.

Salary Range

$30.00 – $37.50 per hour

Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should email resume/application, with cover letter, to careers@amcny.org or fax 212-758-8157.