Licensed Veterinary Technician - Critical Care ($7,500 Sign On)

Hospital for Veterinary Surgery • New York, NY

9h • $32 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

The Hospital for Veterinary Surgery (HVS) is seeking a skilled, motivated Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their talented clinical team. This is a unique opportunity to advance your skills in a state-of-the-art, surgery-exclusive veterinary hospital in Manhattan. The role involves working as a Veterinary Nurse, rotating across various support areas and receiving training to build technical confidence in a fast-paced, well-resourced specialty environment. HVS is committed to a team culture of transparency, respect, and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Licensure in New York State required
• 2+ years of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Experience with practice management software (ezyVet is their in-house platform)
• Adaptability, being able to pivot effortlessly while demonstrating a positive attitude with clients and co-workers
• Expert time management skills
• Highly organized and 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

Nice To Haves

• Anesthesia, Critical Care or ICU experience a plus
• Candidates with a VTS in Anesthesia, ECC or Internal Medicine

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

Benefits

• $7,500 sign-on bonus based on experience
• Consistent 4-day work week (4 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 in addition to 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
• An organization that supports you and provides the resources to nurture your talents and goals
• Unlimited CE reimbursement, including conferences, advanced skills labs, online subscriptions, and even textbooks
• Reimbursement for CE registration and travel stipend
• Up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses for conferences

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed