Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Job summary

Lincoln Square Veterinary Hospital on the Upper West Side is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our AAHA‑accredited practice. This part-time role offers a two-day schedule (Mon and Tue, 8 pm–8 am) and the opportunity to work with a skilled team while delivering compassionate inpatient and outpatient nursing care.

You’ll administer medications, assist during surgeries, monitor anesthesia, perform radiology and lab work, maintain records, and communicate clearly with clients.

Qualifications

• Current Veterinary Technician licensure or relevant Veterinary Technician experience
• Strong technical and patient-care skills
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, and laboratory procedures
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and teammates
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to lift and handle patients with assistance as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate inpatient and outpatient nursing care
• Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, and oral medications
• Manage patient admissions and discharges
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Assist with surgical procedures
• Induce, maintain, monitor, and recover patients from anesthesia
• Perform radiology and dentistry procedures
• Complete accurate drug calculations
• Run in-house laboratory testing and prepare reference laboratory requisitions
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients
• Dispense medications according to veterinarian orders
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiology

Laboratory procedures

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Lifting patients

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Experienced Veterinary Technician

Job description

Who We Are

Lincoln Square Veterinary Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Licensed or Experienced Veterinary Technician

Status: Part-time

Salary: $26 – $30 per hour based on experience and licensure

Schedule: Two-day work week; Monday & Tuesday from 8 pm - 8 am

Location: Upper West Side, near Lincoln Center

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; paid parental leave; PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Employee Assistance Program and an employee discount program

Lincoln Square Veterinary Hospital is growing! We’re looking for an exceptional Licensed or Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our skilled team. If you love veterinary medicine, advocate for excellent patient care, and want to work somewhere your technical skills are genuinely valued, we’d love to meet you.

Located on New York City’s Upper West Side near Lincoln Center, we’re a busy, well-established, AAHA‑accredited practice committed to high‑quality medicine and exceptional client service. Our Veterinary Technicians are respected, trusted, and utilized to their fullest potential, giving you the opportunity to use your skills every day while making a meaningful difference for patients and their families.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Two-day workweek with a consistent Friday and Sunday schedule
• Veterinary Technicians who are respected, trusted, and well utilized
• Busy, well‑established, AAHA‑accredited practice
• High standards of medicine and patient care
• Supportive, skilled team that values collaboration
• Opportunities to continue developing your technical skills
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Convenient Upper West Side location near Lincoln Center

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Provide compassionate inpatient and outpatient nursing care
• Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, and oral medications
• Manage patient admissions and discharges
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Assist with surgical procedures
• Induce, maintain, monitor, and recover patients from anesthesia
• Perform radiology and dentistry procedures
• Complete accurate drug calculations
• Run in‑house laboratory testing and prepare reference laboratory requisitions
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients
• Dispense medications according to veterinarian orders
• Perform technician appointments
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care

What You’ll Bring

• Current Veterinary Technician licensure or relevant Veterinary Technician experience
• Strong technical and patient‑care skills
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, and laboratory procedures
• A passion for veterinary medicine and high‑quality patient care
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and teammates
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• A dependable, collaborative, team‑first approach
• Ability to safely lift and handle patients with assistance as needed
• Commitment to continued learning and professional growth

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Lincoln Square Veterinary Hospital, you’ll work alongside a skilled team in an AAHA‑accredited hospital where your knowledge, experience, and contributions are genuinely valued. You’ll have the opportunity to use your technical skills, continue learning, and build meaningful relationships with the patients, clients, and teammates you work with every day.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status.

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full‑time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short‑and‑long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Lincoln Square Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.