Veterinarian Technician

New York Racing Association

Saratoga Springs, New York

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Blood Bank, Data Management, Detail Oriented, Record Keeping, Records Management, Total Cost of Ownership, Veterinary Medicine
LOCATION
Saratoga Springs, New York
POSTED
30+ days ago

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

About the Company

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New York Racing Association

Founded in 1955, and franchised to run thoroughbred racing at New York’s three major tracks through 2033, NYRA boasts a lineage that actually stretches back almost 150 years. NYRA tracks are the cornerstone of the state’s thoroughbred business which contributes more than $2 billion annually to New York State’s urban, suburban and rural economy. In 2009, more than 1.6 million people attended the live races at NYRA tracks. Factoring nationwide off-track wagering, the average daily betting handle on NYRA races alone totals more than $9.3 million every race day. NYRA has a vast network of websites, including www.nyra.com,www.belmontstakes.com, andwww.nyragroupsales.com. You can also follow NYRA on social media platforms ,Flickr, and Tumblr,Twitter

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Arts, Entertainment and Recreation
FOUNDED
1955
WEBSITE
http://www.nyra.com/