Experienced Overnight Veterinary Technician

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Lincoln Square Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Experienced Overnight Veterinary Technician to join our AAHA-accredited team. The role focuses on overnight nursing for hospitalized and boarding pets, with autonomy during the shift and collaboration with a dedicated medical team.

The ideal candidate has veterinary technician experience, strong observation skills, and a commitment to high‑quality care. Compensation includes an hourly rate, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary technician experience required.
• Comfortable working independently with overnight care.
• Ability to monitor and care for hospitalized and boarding patients overnight.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight nursing care for hospitalized and boarding patients.
• Monitor patients and recognize changes in their condition.
• Perform prescribed treatments and patient-care tasks.
• Maintain accurate patient information and treatment documentation.
• Follow established treatment plans and hospital protocols.
• Communicate important patient updates to the veterinary team.
• Keep patient-care areas clean, organized, and ready for the medical team.
• Use sound judgment and work independently.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Independent work

Patient monitoring

Nursing care

Attention to detail

Clinical judgment

Time management

Job description

Who we are:

Lincoln Square Veterinary Hospital is hiring an Experienced Overnight Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician – OvernightStatus: Part-timeSalary: $28 - $32 per hour, based on experience and skill setSchedule: Tuesday overnight shift 8:00 pm - 8:00 amRequirements: Previous veterinary technician experience required; must be comfortable working independently and providing overnight care with a high degree of autonomy

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance.

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program.

Own the Overnight and Make a Difference

We’re an established, well-equipped, progressive, AAHA-accredited companion animal hospital looking for an Overnight shift Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our growing team for our Tuesday overnight shift.

While our hospital is not open to the public 24 hours a day, our commitment to our patients never stops. We provide 24/7 nursing care for hospitalized and boarding pets, and our overnight technician plays an essential role in keeping those patients safe, comfortable, and cared for throughout the night.

This position is ideal for an experienced technician who is confident working independently, has excellent judgment and a strong work ethic, and takes pride in providing attentive patient care when the rest of the hospital is quiet.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Work in an established, progressive, AAHA-accredited hospital
• Be part of a team where Veterinary Technicians are highly regarded as integral members of the medical team
• Make a direct impact on the comfort and well‑being of hospitalized and boarding patients
• Use your technical skills and judgment in an autonomous overnight role
• Join a well‑equipped hospital committed to high‑quality veterinary medicine
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A growing practice where your experience and contributions matter

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Provide attentive overnight nursing care for hospitalized and boarding patients
• Monitor patients throughout the shift and recognize changes in their condition
• Perform prescribed treatments and patient‑care tasks
• Ensure patients remain safe, clean, comfortable, and appropriately cared for overnight
• Follow established treatment plans and hospital protocols
• Maintain accurate patient information and treatment documentation
• Keep patient‑care areas clean, organized, and ready for the medical team
• Use sound judgement and technical knowledge while working independently
• Communicate important patient updates and concerns to the appropriate members of the veterinary team

What You’ll Bring

• Previous veterinary technician experience
• Confidence working independently with a high degree of autonomy
• Strong patient-monitoring and nursing‑care skills
• Ability to perform prescribed treatments accurately and reliably
• Excellent attention to detail and observational skills
• Sound judgement and the ability to recognize changes in a patient’s condition
• Dependability and an excellent work ethic
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Compassionate and attentive approach to hospitalized and boarding pets
• Ability to follow treatment plans, safety procedures, and hospital protocols
• Availability to work the Tuesday overnight shift

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

There’s something different about overnight patient care. When the hospital gets quiet, you become the steady presence our patients depend on. Your observations, technical skills, and attention to detail help ensure hospitalized and boarding pets receive consistent care throughout the night.

Our technicians are highly regarded for the important role they play in veterinary medicine. This position gives an experienced technician the opportunity to use that expertise with meaningful independence while remaining an essential part of the larger medical team.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment status and plan requirements. Full-time-only benefits are identified below so candidates can clearly see the distinction.

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full‑time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short‑ and long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.