Licensed Veterinary Technician

Destination Pet, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

PTO 3 weeks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Mental health support via telemedicine

Volunteer time

Job summary

Destination Pet LLC invites you to join North Shore Animal Hospital – Bayside as a Licensed Veterinary Technician. You will operate at the top of your license, delivering anesthesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and advanced patient care within a supportive team.

We offer a $1,500 signing bonus, 3 weeks PTO, CE allowances, and a structured career ladder with merit-based increases, plus generous health/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, and mental health support.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid New York Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) state license.

Responsibilities

• Work at the top of your license as a clinical driver and leader.
• Provide anesthesia, analgesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and nursing/triage.
• Lead tech appointments, mentor assistants and externs, and participate in continuing education.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Education

New York LVT license

Job description

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIANLocation: North Shore Animal Hospital - Bayside, NY Wage Range: $28.00 - $34.00 /hr. $1,500 Signing BonusMust hold a valid New York Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) state license.Practice at the TOP of Your License | Transparent Pay | Career LadderAre you tired of being underutilized? Our community-minded small animal practice believes credentialed technicians are the clinical drivers of patient care, and we back that belief with transparent pay, structured growth, and a genuine investment in your well-being. Come join a team where your credentials are a launchpad, not a ceiling!Why Technicians Thrive Here – Our Investment in You $1,500 Annual CE Allowance + Dedicated CE PTO 3 weeks PTO Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with 5% company match 24/7 Mental Health Support via Telemedicine Fear Free focused environment (training and certification supported) Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access careNorth Shore Animal Hospital – A Look InsideWe are a well-established, full-service general practice hospital with a 75-year legacy of excellence and loyal clientele. Our state-of-the-art facility features three dedicated DVMs and an experienced support team committed to the highest standards of care. We are dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as an in-house laboratory and ultrasonography.Your Role – Clinical Driver & LeaderAs a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), you will be encouraged to work at the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader, ensuring medical excellence with a patient-first mindset. We follow AAHA utilization guidance consistently.You will primarily utilize your skills in:Anesthesia & Analgesia: Full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.Dentistry: Full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy (per DVM direction).Diagnostics: High-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.Nursing & Triage: Critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.Workflow Leadership: Leading tech appointments, team huddles, and mentoring assistants/externs.Growth & ScheduleGrowth Paths: Your career interests guide your path! Perks include paid precepting, skill checkoffs tied to ladder milestones, and leadership training. We build you a ladder, not a ceiling.Schedule: Full-time with flexible scheduling options (choose 4 ten-hour or 5 eight-hour shifts) and a predictable weekend rotation.Tools: Modern equipment including digital DR, dental radiography, in-house lab, infusion pumps, and multi-parameter monitors.Ready to grow with a team that truly uses and values credentialed technicians? Apply with us today!!Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?