Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

License fees paid

CE allowance

VTS specialization

Job summary

Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care in Huntington, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support an incoming board-certified surgeon in a fast-paced high-volume surgery department. This role emphasizes advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures with strong anesthesia monitoring and perioperative care.

Ideal candidates hold an NY license and have surgery-focused experience, with excellent client communication and meticulous medical records management throughout the

Qualifications

• Current New York State Veterinary Technician license (LVT).
• Surgical or specialty experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring and patient safety.
• Strong client communication and medical record review skills.

Responsibilities

• Support incoming surgeon and surgical team in high-volume environment.
• Prepare patients for surgery: preop assessments, catheter placement, and prep.
• Monitor anesthesia and respond to changes promptly.
• Provide postoperative monitoring, pain assessment, and recovery care.
• Prepare suites, instruments, and supplies for procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and review histories and plans.
• Communicate with clients regarding prep, postop care, and discharge.
• Collaborate with team to maintain efficient daily workflow.
• Uphold patient safety, infection control, and compassionate care.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical nursing

Client communication

Medical records review

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Patient restraint

Organization/time management

Education

New York State LVT license

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Huntington, New York

Compensation: $33.00 - $38.00 / hour

Description

Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care | Huntington, NY

Full-Time | $33-$38/hour Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care in Huntington, NY is seeking an experienced and motivated Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support an incoming board-certified surgeon in our high-volume veterinary surgery department. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced specialty hospital performing advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.

We are looking for a surgery-focused technician with strong anesthesia monitoring skills, surgical nursing experience, and confidence in client communication and medical record review.

The Licensed Veterinary Technician - Surgery plays a critical role in perioperative patient care, anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, and post-operative recovery in a busy specialty surgery service. This position requires advanced technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to support both surgical workflow and client education.

Our ideal candidate is comfortable speaking with pet owners, reviewing surgical plans and records, and guiding clients through pre- and post-operative care.

Here is What Your day May Consist of:

• Supporting our incoming surgeon and surgical team in a high-volume specialty environment.
• Preparing patients for surgical procedures, including preoperative assessments, catheter placement, and patient preparation.
• Monitoring patients under anesthesia, recognizing changes in patient status, and communicating concerns promptly to the veterinarian.
• Providing attentive postoperative monitoring, pain assessment, and recovery care.
• Preparing surgical suites, instruments, equipment, and supplies for scheduled procedures.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and reviewing patient histories, treatment plans, and surgical instructions.
• Communicating with clients regarding surgical preparation, postoperative care, discharge instructions, and follow-up needs.
• Working closely with the surgical team to maintain an organized and efficient daily workflow.
• Upholding high standards of patient safety, infection control, and compassionate care.

Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:

• Current New York State Veterinary Technician license (LVT).
• Previous veterinary surgical or specialty experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, including the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient status.
• Strong understanding of postoperative monitoring, patient recovery, and pain management.
• Confidence in core veterinary technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and patient restraint.
• Ability to review and maintain accurate medical records and communicate important patient information to the veterinary team.
• Strong client communication skills, including the ability to explain instructions and educate pet owners with empathy and professionalism.
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a busy, high-volume surgical environment while maintaining quality patient care.
• A collaborative, dependable approach and a genuine interest in specialty medicine.

Here is What We Will Offer You:

• Competitive Compensation: $33-$38/hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
• Retirement: 401(K) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Training and career development
• Paid license fees and dues
• Generous CE allowance
• Paid VTS specialization

At Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced specialty team dedicated to providing advanced, compassionate veterinary medicine.

As we continue to grow our surgical service, we're looking for someone who is excited to contribute their skills, build strong working relationships, and help deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clients.