Licensed Veterinary Technician - Critical Care ($10,000 Sign On Bonus)

About Us

The Hospital for Veterinary Surgery is New York City’s first and only surgery-exclusive veterinary hospital. Our 10,000+ square foot, clinician-designed facility in Manhattan is built to deliver exceptional surgical care with genuine compassion. We feature four cutting-edge operating rooms, advanced imaging including a 128-slice CT and fluoroscopy, and dedicated post-operative support.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care to surgical and hospitalized patients
• Place and manage IV catheters, administer medications, and monitor vitals
• Assist with blood draws, bandaging, oxygen supplementation, and patient rounds
• Communicate with clients during check-ins, updates, and discharges
• Work closely with a collaborative team of doctors, specialists, and fellow nurses
• Contribute to a supportive, respectful hospital culture built on shared purpose and mutual trust

Requirements

• Licensure in New York State (required)
• 2+ years of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Anesthesia, Critical Care, or ICU experience (a plus)
• Experience with practice management software (ezyVet is our in-house platform)
• Adaptability and ability to pivot effortlessly while maintaining a positive attitude with clients and co-workers
• Expert time management skills
• Highly organized with acute attention to detail
• Sound judgment with the ability to work ethically, independently, and responsibly
• Resourceful and collaborative problem resolution skills
• Strong and respectful written and verbal communication skills
• Dedication to excellent service for each client and patient
• Openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning

Benefits

• $35-$45/hr, with additional incentives for candidates with a VTS in Anesthesia, ECC, or Internal Medicine
• $10,000 sign-on bonus based on experience
• Consistent 4-day work week (4 x 10-hour shifts)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
• Three paid CE days per year, plus reimbursement of CE registration and travel stipend
• Discounted pet insurance through MetLife
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with a company match
• Voluntary benefits through MetLife
• Employee pet discounts
• Scrub allowance

Continuing Education

We're serious about your growth and development. LVTs are eligible to receive unlimited CE reimbursement, including conferences, advanced skills labs, online subscriptions, and even textbooks. You’ll also get 3 fully paid CE days every year to take full advantage of those opportunities without burning your PTO. We’ll help with travel too, covering up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses.

NYS Pay Range: $35 - $45 USD