Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health•Latham, NY

67d•$25 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital is hiring a full-time Licensed, Registered, or Certified Veterinary Technician for its Emergency & Critical Care department in Latham, New York. The role provides hands-on care for critical cases in a fast-paced emergency and specialty animal hospital. Technicians collaborate with veterinarians on diagnostics, treatment, and case management, and have opportunities to develop advanced ECC skills and progress professionally. The schedule is typically three 12-hour shifts per week, with current needs focused on evening and overnight coverage, including 4:00 p.m.–4:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Flexibility to support these hours is important. Compensation is $25–$34 per hour, based on skills assessment and technician leveling, with an additional $5 per hour for work between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. The hospital describes itself as a leading emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving New York’s Capital Region. It emphasizes ongoing education, professional development, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement, and says its technicians are supported, respected, and empowered to grow their skills and contribute to patient care.

Requirements

Licensed, registered, or certified veterinary technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) eligible to work in New York State.
Strong foundation in inpatient nursing care, venipuncture, radiology, and laboratory procedures.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency veterinary environment.
Positive attitude and team-oriented approach to patient care.
Ability to take initiative and contribute to hospital-wide success.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills.
Flexibility to support evening and overnight coverage as needed.

Nice To Haves

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Triage incoming emergency patients with confidence and compassion.
Support pet owners during emotionally challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
Collaborate with veterinarians on diagnostics, treatments, and case management.
Perform in-house laboratory testing and assist with advanced imaging procedures.
Administer treatments and medications as directed.
Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care.
Execute and monitor anesthetic events with precision and attention to detail.
Deliver high-quality patient care while maintaining accurate medical records.

Benefits

Continuing education and uniform allowance, plus free VetBloom access to RACE-approved continuing education.
LVT/RVT/CVT license reimbursement.
RECOVER training for advanced CPR skills.
Veterinary Technician education sponsorships, VTNE reimbursement, and VTS support.
16-week VTNE study group.
Professional development assistance.
PTO.
Double pay for working a holiday.
Employee referral bonuses and employee discount.
Access to financial benefits for student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
NVA Pet Resort discount and pet insurance discount.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
Life insurance.
AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance options.
401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Additional $5 per hour overnight differential for hours worked 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.