The LVT Manager is part of the hospital clinical services team and assists with the organization direction, management, and evaluation of patient care services for the Integrative & Rehabilitative Medicine Service. The LVT Manager supports the mission of the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center by providing the very best in patient and customer care.

Duties and Responsibilities

Partner with the Director of Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Rehabilitation, and Dermatology to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, staff development, and career ladder to ensure compliance with national standards and state regulatory requirements
Plan, coordinate, and manage day-to-day activities of the veterinary clinical staff, including LVTs and Veterinary Assistants
Collaborate with the team leaders and staff to develop, continually improve, and promote quality standards for veterinary clinical care
Act as a working supervisor, including in an LVT capacity at minimum 50% of the time
Mentor and guide hospital team leaders to ensure excellence in hospital’s functionality
Provide veterinary clinical and technical guidance and leadership
Perform all tasks associated with rehabilitative therapy
Assist the Director with daily operations, supervising patient care to ensure patient safety, while learning departmental skillsets
Supervise equipment repair and preventative maintenance
Implement and assess disciplinary action and progress improvement as needed
Perform responsibilities in accordance with hospital goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
Demonstrates core value of care through positive behavior and act as an ambassador for AMC
All other related projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications Desired

Current NYS Veterinary Technician Licensure required, VTS preferred
Minimum of 2 years of LVT experience in a specialty veterinary hospital in a Rehabilitation service
ACCRP or CCRVN is required
Advanced skills in canine rehabilitation required
Advanced skills in pain management required
Strong anesthesia skills required
Proven ability to lead veterinary clinical and technical staff in a healthcare environment
Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Reports to: Director of Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Rehabilitation, and Dermatology

Benefits

Competitive salary
Generous sign-on bonus
Four-day work week
Comprehensive benefits including health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits, very generous paid time off, paid continuing education time-off and stipend, and 403-b retirement plan with employer contribution.
Possibility of housing in an AMC apartment building or assistance to find housing
School loan debt forgiveness opportunity as a non-profit hospital
Non-corporate practice with no pressure for percentage pay
Collegial work with colleagues in a non-competitive structure with strong teaching and mentoring opportunities as well as opportunities for research

Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000

Pay Range

$80,000—$95,000 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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LVT Manager for the Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine Service