Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Lancaster Small Animal Hospital; Bowmansville (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Comprehensive medical coverage

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Lancaster Small Animal Hospital in Bowmansville is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to deliver outstanding patient care and exceptional client service. This full-time role offers predictable schedules with actual lunch breaks and excellent benefits, including competitive pay and comprehensive medical coverage.

Join a collaborative team that values mentorship and professional growth. Ideal candidates will have LVT credentials and strong interest in surgery. Enjoy perks like 401(k) matching, PTO, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials.
• Strong interest in surgery and anesthesia monitoring.
• Excellent technical and patient care skills.
• Strong communication and client education abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical patient care.
• Provide compassionate nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Collect laboratory samples and perform diagnostic testing.

Skills

Technical and patient care skills

Communication and client education

Interest in surgery and anesthesia monitoring

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Positive attitude and teamwork

Education

Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials

Job description

Who we are:

Lancaster Small Animal Hospital is Hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Status: Full-time Salary: $19.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience Schedule: Predictable schedule with work-life balance and actual lunch breaks

Benefits Highlights

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

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

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

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role Where You Can Thrive?

Are you looking for a practice that prides itself on providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? Do you enjoy a work-life balance that includes predictable schedules and actual lunch breaks? If so, Lancaster Small Animal Hospital would love to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician with a strong interest in surgery to join our dedicated team. We believe that providing exceptional patient care starts with supporting and caring for one another. That's why we've created a collaborative, fun, and supportive environment where team members can continue learning, growing, and doing their best work every day.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Lancaster Small Animal Hospital

• Predictable schedules that support work-life balance
• Actual lunch breaks built into the workday
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunities to expand surgical and technical skills
• A workplace that values mentorship and professional development
• High-quality medicine practiced alongside compassionate professionals

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical patient care
• Provide compassionate nursing care for hospitalized patients
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Collect laboratory samples and perform diagnostic testing
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and preventative care
• Maintain accurate patient records and medical documentation
• Support efficient hospital operations through teamwork and communication

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials
• Strong interest in surgery and anesthesia monitoring
• Excellent technical and patient care skills
• Strong communication and client education abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Positive attitude and collaborative approach to teamwork
• Commitment to continued learning and professional growth

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A team that genuinely supports one another
• Opportunities to strengthen and expand your technical skills
• Leadership that values your professional development
• A positive workplace culture built on respect and collaboration
• A healthy work‑life balance that allows you to enjoy life outside of work

Benefits You Can’t Beat

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/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State 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

Join Our Team!

If you're ready to use your skills in a hospital that values exceptional medicine, teamwork, and work‑life balance, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and discover what makes Lancaster Small Animal Hospital such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Lancaster Small Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.