Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

East Village Animal Clinic | New York, NY
Full-Time | $27–$35/hour

Looking for a veterinary team where you can use your skills, practice high-quality medicine, and work alongside people who genuinely value teamwork? East Village Animal Clinic is looking for an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team in the heart of New York City. We’re looking for someone with a strong general practice background who is confident in their technical skills, communicates well, and enjoys being an active part of a collaborative veterinary team.

If you’re looking for a practice where you can jump in, make an impact, and provide the level of patient care you’re proud of, we’d love to meet you.

Why East Village Animal Clinic?

East Village Animal Clinic is a full-service small animal hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to cats and dogs in NYC’s East Village. Our hospital is equipped with an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, digital dental radiography, and more, giving our team the tools they need to provide thorough, thoughtful patient care. Just as importantly, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with a strong team. Communication, collaboration, and supporting one another are important parts of how we work every day.

What You’ll Do

As an LVT at East Village Animal Clinic, you’ll have the opportunity to use your technical and nursing skills throughout the day, including:

• Supporting doctors during appointments and examinations
• Providing treatments and high-quality nursing care
• Performing venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Administering medications and treatments
• Preparing patients for surgical procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery
• Assisting with surgical procedures
• Performing in-house laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging
• Educating and communicating with pet parents
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Collaborating closely with doctors and fellow team members

Experience with dentistry is a plus, but it is not required.

What We’re Looking For

• Current New York State Veterinary Technician license
• Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology
• Strong general practice experience
• Confidence with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, treatments, and patient nursing
• Experience with surgery and anesthesia monitoring
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Dependability and the ability to confidently jump in and support the team
• A genuine commitment to thoughtful, compassionate patient care

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation: $27–$35/hour, based on experience and skill set

Schedule: We are primarily looking for a full-time LVT who can work a combination of weekdays. There is no set schedule to start, and we are open to discussing the exact schedule based on your availability and experience.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance with additional voluntary options, plus short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off: Four weeks of PTO for full-time teammates
• Floating Holidays: Two additional floating holidays
• Continuing Education & Professional Development: Opportunities for both full-time and part-time teammates
• Personalized Career Development: Regular check-ins and individualized growth plans
• Tuition Assistance: Available to eligible full-time teammates
• Uniform Allowance: $150 annually for full-time teammates
• Discounted Veterinary Care: Available to both full-time and part-time teammates
• Parental Leave: Up to 14 weeks of paid leave for eligible birth parents and six weeks of paid leave for eligible non-birth parents, subject to applicable plan terms

About East Village Animal Clinic

East Village Animal Clinic is proud to care for the pets and people of New York City’s East Village. Our team combines modern veterinary medicine with compassionate patient care and a collaborative approach to working together. East Village Animal Clinic is part of Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP), a network of veterinary practices committed to supporting exceptional medicine, strong hospital teams, and the people who make great veterinary care possible.

If you’re an experienced LVT looking for a team where your skills will be valued and you can make a meaningful contribution every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about joining the East Village Animal Clinic team.

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