Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Professional development

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Northside Veterinary Clinic in Brooklyn, NY is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or license-eligible to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. You will support veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, and you will handle animals safely while communicating clearly with owners.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, PTO, a 401(k), and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or licensed eligible in New York.
• Surgical experience is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states; alert veterinarians to changes.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Restrain animals safely with compassion.
• Communicate care instructions and updates to clients.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with dispensing medications.
• Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean and stocked.
• Follow hospital safety and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Surgical assistance

Lab work

Radiographs

IV placement

Medical records

Safety compliance

Education

LVT certification or license eligible in NY

Tools

DEA guidelines

OSHA guidelines

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $24 - $42 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position averaging 35–40 hours per week, four 10-hour shifts. Candidates must have availability Monday through Friday (8:45 AM–6:00 PM) and Saturdays (8:45 AM–4:00 PM).

Northside Veterinary Clinic is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician or License Eligible Veterinary Technician 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

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees


• Professional development opportunities


• 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 is required or license eligible in New York.


• Surgical experience 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 Northside Veterinary Clinic

Northside Veterinary Clinic was established in 1997 and is in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Here at Northside, we have carefully cultivated an atmosphere that is comfortable, welcoming, and calming, ensuring that both pets and their owners feel at ease from the moment they step through our doors. Every patient is entitled to treatment rooted in care, respect, and understanding. We have built upon those core values to create a full-service, state-of-the-art animal hospital and trusted staple of our community. In addition to routine and emergency care, we also offer alternative therapies such as Chinese and Western herbal therapy, acupuncture, shockwave therapy, craniosacral therapy, and laser therapy, providing a holistic approach to pet 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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