Pets can suffer from most of the same spinal cord, brain, muscle, and nerve diseases as humans. These illnesses fall under the specialty of veterinary neurology and neurosurgery.

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center’s neurology team is led by board certified neurologists with over 25 years of combined experience. Our neurologists are available for appointments seven days a week, and have access to all specialties within the hospital, ensuring comprehensive, collaborative care.

Cutting-Edge Collaborative Care

Schwarzman AMC employs the most state-of the-art medical equipment to make a definitive diagnosis of neurological problems, including:

  • Advanced neuroendoscopic equipment for surgical visualization via minimally invasive approaches
  • Neuronavigation technology (Brainsight 2) for surgical guidance in cranial and spinal surgery, as well as minimally invasive brain biopsy
  • Cutting-edge neurosurgical equipment (NICO Myriad and Sonocure) for safe and effective ablation of tumors
  • 5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC)
  • 64-slice spiral CT scanner
  • Fluoroscopy/myelography
  • Electromyography (EMG, NCVS, BAER, RNS, and sensory evoked potentials) Electroencephalography (EEG)
  • In-house laboratory for cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis
  • Muscle and nerve biopsy

The neurology service is committed to pioneering minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures to reduce hospitalization and recovery time for their patients and provides care for patients with chronic neurological conditions such as seizures and neuromuscular weakness (myasthenia gravis).  The service is passionate about providing superior care for neurological emergencies. The service head, Dr. Chad West, is a recognized expert in traumatic brain injury, and patients have traveled from as far away as Hong Kong for treatment.

Neurology service technicians are critically important to the successful diagnosis and treatment of these dynamic and exciting patients.  Dedicated neurology technicians help care for pets from initial exam to discharge. They provide care for emergent cases and build relationships with clients and their pets.  Tender loving care and “all of the small things” are the most important factors for successful treatment and to diminish the pets’ stress of being in the hospital.  In the ward treatments are provided by dedicated ward technicians and allows for neurology technicians to focus on TLC and the diagnosis and treatment of these complicated disease processes.  Our neurology technicians perform advanced imaging using CT and MRI modalities and anesthesia support during neurosurgical procedures. Technicians are truly part of the team and work collaboratively with Senior Veterinarians and participate in rounds and teaching veterinarians and other technicians.

Primary job responsibilities include:

  • Provide anesthesia and nursing care for the Neurology Service
  • Train in Emergency care, anesthesia, surgery, and recovery for neurology patients
  • Ability to train in CT/MRI modalities
  • Assist with all aspects of patient care from admission through discharge, including departmental rounds
  • Communicate with clients and help manage long term patient care
  • Communicate with surgery staff to coordinate operating room needs for neurosurgeries
  • Motivated self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision
  • Help provide neurological patient education to clients, interns, and residents
  • Participate in research and educational projects

Qualifications:

  • Must have NYS Veterinary Technician’s license
  • Knowledge of the techniques associated with advanced neurology care of veterinary patients is preferred, but not required
  • Strong skill in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia protocols and monitoring and the post operative care preferred but not required
  • Willing to train the right candidate that shares our core values and mission
  • Must be able to work successfully as part of a team
  • Ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to communicate clearly with clients and staff members

 

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Competitive salary
  • Generous sign-on bonus
  • Generous paid time off
  • Tuition assistance
  • 75% discount on veterinary care
  • Mentorship through the VTS process
  • Continuing education funds with rollover options
  • NYS Licensing fee reimbursement
  • 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 (*2-year employment commitment required)
  • 403b matching
  • 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

Salary Range

$30.00 – $40.00 per hour

Pay Range
$30$40 USD

AMC’s Commitment to Lifelong Learning

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is located in Manhattan, near a multitude of leading research and teaching hospitals. AMC’s commitment to compassionate and pioneering veterinary care dates to 1910 when it was founded as a clinic to help animals whose owners could not afford treatment. We continue this legacy today as the world’s largest non-profit animal hospital, with 130+ veterinarians working collaboratively across 20 specialties and services. Our team prides itself on delivering world class veterinary care to help keep pet families together.

When you join the team at AMC, you join a renowned team of veterinary professionals dedicated to innovative care, research, and education. Our prestigious postgraduate education programs attract future leaders in veterinary medicine, and the clinical research conducted at AMC has led to breakthroughs that change the way veterinary care is delivered industry wide. This shared commitment to learning, teaching, and innovative care creates a collegial, collaborative environment with rewarding opportunities for advancement and growth.

We’re building the future of veterinary medicine at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, thanks to our transformative Gift of Love campaign to expand and enhance our clinical, educational, and research capacities. Construction is currently underway to fully renovate the hospital, ensuring AMC is at the forefront of veterinary medicine for generations to come.

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