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Veterinarian Technician

New York Racing Association

Saratoga Springs, NYTemporary$33–35/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$33–35/hr
Location
Saratoga Springs, NY
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Job overview

New York Racing Association is hiring a Veterinarian Technician. The Veterinarian Technician is responsible for administering Lasix on race days and performing blood collection for TCO2 and out of competition testing as directed by HIWU. This role involves maintaining records for Lasix administration and assisting with associated paperwork.

Key focus areas include Administer race day Lasix in the prescribed timeframe, Perform blood collection on horses selected for blood gas/TCO2 and out of competition testing, and Maintain records regarding Lasix administration.

Successful candidates bring 1+ Years Equine Veterinary, Licensed Veterinary Technician, and Ability To Work Thursday To Sunday. Important skills include Administer Lasix, Blood Collection, Maintain Records, Work Independently, Detail Oriented, and Work In Dynamic And Fast Paced Environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Administer LasixBlood CollectionMaintain RecordsWork IndependentlyDetail OrientedWork in Dynamic and Fast Paced EnvironmentStrong Interpersonal SkillsOnline Data Management

Qualifications

1 Year Experience in Equine Veterinary MedicineWork a Racing ScheduleWork at Belmont and AqueductLicensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)Racetrack BackgroundWork Saratoga

Full job description

Title: Veterinarian Technician

Employee Status: Seasonal Full Time

Work From Home Option: Not Applicable

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Overview:

Responsible for administering Lasix on race days and for performing blood collection for TCO2 and out of competition testing as directed by HIWU.

Essential Functions:

Administer race day Lasix in the prescribed timeframe

Perform blood collection on horses selected for blood gas/TCO2 and out of competition testing

Maintain records regarding Lasix administration and assist with other associated paperwork

Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year experience in equine veterinary medicine

Racetrack background preferred

Ability to work a racing schedule typically Thursday to Sunday and some holidays

Ability to work independently

Ability to work at Belmont and Aqueduct (desire/ability to work Saratoga preferred but not required)

Detail oriented and able to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Strong interpersonal skills

Proficient in online data management

Summary of Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

This work will take place in the barns and outdoors. Work sites include, Saratoga Race Course.

Pay Range / Salary: $33.00 - $35.00

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