Licensed Veterinary Technician / Experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant: Surgical Focus - Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic – NY

Veterinary Innovative Partners•Manhattan, NY

6h•$25 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about surgical care and looking to work in a collaborative, modern veterinary practice? Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our surgical team. This position is heavily focused on assisting with surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring. Candidates must be proficient in both in order to be considered. At Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic, we’re proud to offer the highest quality care for cats and dogs in New York City. Our team is close-knit, supportive, and dedicated to excellence – and we’ve got the tools and technology to make sure you thrive in your role. Our clinic is more than just a workplace – it’s a place where your passion for animals can truly shine. If you’re ready to step into a new, exciting chapter of your veterinary career in one of NYC’s premier clinics, we’d love to meet you. Let’s write the next success story for pets and their families together. Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care. Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment Stay connected with VIP! Follow Veterinary Innovative Partners on LinkedIn for the latest career opportunities, team stories, and behind-the-scenes looks at life in our hospitals.

Requirements

LVT: Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York, or an experienced veterinary technician on track to obtain licensure within 6 months
Technician Assistant: Minimum 2 years of experience as a veterinary surgical assistant, including anesthesia monitoring
In-depth knowledge of surgical preparation, anesthesia protocols, and drug administration
Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to following strict safety and sterilization standards
Compassionate, collaborative, and confident handling animals of all sizes
Excellent communication skills with both clients and team members

Responsibilities

Triage patients and perform lab work/diagnostic imaging
Assist veterinarians in delivering top-quality patient care
Provide nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients
Prepare and maintain surgical suites, instruments, and equipment
Support anesthesia set-up, monitoring, and patient prep
Ensure sterilization protocols are followed before, during, and after surgery
Monitor patients through recovery and ensure comfort/safety
Communicate post-op care and medication instructions to clients
Manage surgical inventory, supplies, and records

Benefits

Salary: $25.00-$40.00 an hour, to commensurate with experience
Flexible work schedules
Health Care, Life Insurance, & Disability: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; employer-paid basic life insurance and voluntary options including AD&D; short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income during unforeseen events.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates
Paid Time Off: Four (4) weeks of paid time off for all full-time teammates. Two (2) floating holidays for added flexibility.
Training & Development: Continuing education opportunities offered to both full-time and part-time teammates. Personalized development programs, including regular check-ins and tailored growth plans, to help you advance in your career.
Tuition Assistance: Support for paying off student loan debt, available to all full-time teammates.
Uniform Allowance
Discounted Pet Care: Available for both part-time and full-time teammates, helping you provide the best care for your pets.
Industry Leading Parental Leave Policy: For Birth Parent(s): Up to 14 weeks of paid leave at 100%, which includes: 6–8 weeks of 100% income replacement (40% covered by VIP, 60% by STD). An additional 6 weeks of paid leave at 100% covered by VIP. For Non-Birth Parent(s): 6 weeks of paid leave at 100%, fully covered by VIP.