Licensed Veterinary Technician (New York)

Who We Are :

The Hospital for Veterinary Surgery (HVS), the first surgery-exclusive veterinary hospital in New York City, continues to broaden our reach and grow our cutting-edge clinical team. Practicing modern medicine in a state of the art, clinician designed practice, we offer unparalleled surgical care with a personal touch in the heart of Manhattan.

We're seeking a skilled, motivated Licensed Veterinary Technician. Whether your background is in general practice or you've already worked in surgery or critical care, this is a unique opportunity to take your skills to the next level in a state-of-the-art hospital designed for learning, teamwork, and excellence.

In this role, you'll work as a Veterinary Nurse rotating across a range of support areas in our surgical hospital. From monitoring anesthesia to supporting pre & post-operative care, you'll be trained and supported to grow your technical confidence in a fast-paced, well-resourced specialty environment.

What You'll Do :

Deliver compassionate, high-quality, hands-on care to surgical and hospitalized patients across a range of routine orthopedic, soft tissue, and complex cases

Prepare patients for surgical procedures and manage anesthesia from pre-operative planning through induction, maintenance, and recovery, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes

Independently place and manage both peripheral and arterial IV lines, perform advanced regional nerve blocks, manage the ventilator, and implement multimodal analgesia protocols while working closely with the anesthesiologist to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Conduct advanced imaging and diagnostics to support surgical planning and critical care management

Perform treatments and clinical interventions for hospitalized patients, from routine post-operative care to advanced procedures such as blood transfusions and chest tube management, working closely with the criticalist to support recovery through to discharge

Administer medications, monitor vital signs and trends, provide respiratory support, and manage oxygen therapy when indicated

Collaborate closely with board-certified surgeons, criticalists, anesthesiologists, VTS-certified technicians, and an advanced-skilled nursing team to deliver integrated, patient-centered care

Provide direct support for both the surgeon and patient from initial consultation through post-operative recovery and discharge

Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients during consultations, daily updates, and discharge discussions

Contribute to a respectful, team-oriented hospital culture grounded in shared purpose, clinical excellence, and mutual trust

What We Require :

Licensure in New York State required

2+ years of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician

Anesthesia, Critical Care or ICU experience is a plus

Experience with practice management software (ezyVet is our in-house platform)

Adaptability, being able to pivot effortlessly while demonstrating a positive attitude with clients and co-workers

Expert time management skills

Highly organized and acute attention to detail

Openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning

What We Offer : $32 - $39 / hr

$7,500 sign-on bonus based on experience

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year

Three paid CE days per year in addition to reimbursement of CE registration and travel stipend

Discounted pet insurance through MetLife

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with a company match

Voluntary benefits through MetLife

Employee pet discounts

Scrub allowance

An organization that supports you and provides the resources to nurture your talents and goals

Continuing Education :

We're serious about your growth and development. LVTs are eligible to receive unlimited CE registration reimbursement, including conferences, advanced skills labs, online subscriptions, and even textbooks. You'll also get 3 fully paid CE days every year to take full advantage of those opportunities without burning your PTO. Want to attend a conference across the country? We'll help with travel too, covering up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses. At our hospital, we invest in your future because you're an essential part of ours.

Come As You Are

We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for our company, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You.