Overnight ER Licensed Veterinary Technician *$3,000 Sign-on Bonus*

Upstate Veterinary Specialties; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Fully paid medical, dental, and long‑%

Retirement plan with employer matching

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance stipend

Housing allowance for employees 60+ mi

Uniform allowance

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Upstate Veterinary Specialties in Latham, NY is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our overnight Emergency team. You will provide hands-on care for emergency and critical care patients, monitor anesthesia and vitals, and assist with surgeries and diagnostics.

Your role emphasizes teamwork with veterinarians and fellow technicians, delivering compassionate care while staying calm in a fast-paced environment. We offer strong benefits and support professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in New York.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred (ER experience a plus).
• Interest in emergency and critical care medicine.
• Strong technical, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support for emergency and critical care patients.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals; administer treatments and medications.
• Assist with emergency surgeries, procedures, and diagnostics.
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and fellow technicians.
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clear communication to team members.

Skills

Technical skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in New York

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Upstate Veterinary Specialties - Latham, NY 12110

Salary Range: $25.00 - $37.00 Hourly

Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician looking to grow your skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment? Join Upstate Veterinary Specialties, a leading specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in New York’s Capital District, where your work directly supports life-saving care for animals in need.

We’re seeking compassionate, team-oriented LVTs to join our overnight Emergency team. Whether you’re experienced in ER or looking to transition into emergency medicine, we encourage you to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands-on support for emergency and critical care patients
• Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals; administer treatments and medications
• Assist with emergency surgeries, procedures, and diagnostics
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and fellow technicians
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and clear communication to team members

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in New York
• At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred (ER experience a plus, but not required)
• Interest in emergency and critical care medicine
• Strong technical, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

We believe in supporting our team both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• $3,000 sign-on bonus
• Fully paid medical, dental, and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Generous paid time off
• Pet insurance stipend
• Housing allowance for employees commuting 60+ miles
• Uniform allowance
• Employee appreciation events and recognition programs

Overnight Schedule Options

• Option 1: Sunday–Tuesday + every other Saturday
• Option 2: Wednesday–Friday + every other Saturday
• Hours: 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM

If you’re ready to build your emergency skillset, work alongside a supportive team, and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families, we’d love to hear from you.