Overnight Licensed Veterinary Tech - On Call

Veterinary Practice Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,200 - 91,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pet discounts

Job summary

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hell’s Kitchen is seeking an On-Call Overnight Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate will have NY LVT certification, experience with animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

Compensation includes hourly pay of $40–$44 with a $50 on-call payment when not called in.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in New York State is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Safety guidelines

Education

LVT certification NY

Tools

DEA compliance

Job description

Salary: $40- $44 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: On-call overnight coverage on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. If called in, Friday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 AM, Saturday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 AM, and Sunday: 4:00 PM – 7:00 AM. Shifts are on-call, and you will be contacted if coverage is needed during these times. A $50 on-call payment will be provided if you\'re not called in.

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hell’s Kitchen is seeking an On-Call Overnight Licensed Veterinary Tech to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What To Expect

• Competitive pay
• Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in New York State is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Pure Paws Veterinary Care — Hell’s Kitchen

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hell’s Kitchen is a full-service, Fear-Free Certified, Cat-Friendly Practice® located in the heart of Manhattan. Our state-of-the-art facility offers comprehensive care, including wellness exams, dentistry, surgery, advanced diagnostics, and in-house laboratory testing. Led by Dr. Stephanie Liff, our team takes a personalized approach to preventive care, client education, and creating a calm, stress-free experience for pets and their families. Open seven days a week, we are proud to serve the Hell’s Kitchen community with compassion and exceptional veterinary care.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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