Licensed Veterinary Technician (AC & KN)

American Veterinary Medical Association; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The ASPCA Adoption Center & Kitten Nursery in New York City is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join a fast-paced medical team. This hybrid role supports both the Adoption Center and Kitten Nursery, collaborating closely with veterinarians and staff to deliver high-quality patient care for a diverse animal population.

You will contribute to medical and behavioral care plans, assist with procedures, and help move animals to healthy outcomes while engaging with internal teams and

Job description

Summary:

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality nursing care to animals in need, and you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and complex environment, the position of Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) at the ASPCA Adoption Center & Kitten Nursery may be for you. In this hybrid position supporting both departments, you will closely partner with the veterinarians and other colleagues to deliver excellent patient care and will work collaboratively and effectively with internal and external stakeholders to further the ASPCA’s ultimate desired outcome that all animals live good lives.

Who Are We:

The Adoption Center and Kitten Nursery provides intake, holistic care, including medical and behavioral support and outcomes for animals in New York City that need us most.

Our population consists of five groups of animals:

1) Animal victims of cruelty and neglect brought to us by the NYPD

2) Animals brought to us through our Community Engagement team

3) Underage kittens and other medically compromised stray animals

4) Animals surrendered by their owners and in need of adoption into new homes

5) Animals transferred in from shelter/rescue partners

The Adoption Center team utilizes and develops best practices for providing care and innovative placement strategies for these specialized populations. All medical care is provided within the parameters of the Adoption Center’s shelter medicine protocols. To succeed in this role, the LVT will be a highly conscientious team player dedicated to delivering quality, compassionate care and assisting the medical team and the larger adoptions team in helping animals move successfully to new homes.

The Kitten Nursery is a lifesaving foster program that coordinates the medical and behavioral care and foster placement for over 800 underage kittens each year. The Nursery accepts kittens