Licensed Veterinary Technician

Destination Pet • Bayside, NY

76d • Onsite

About The Position

Destination Pet is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) for North Shore Animal Hospital in Bayside, NY. This role is for a community-minded small animal practice that values credentialed technicians as clinical drivers of patient care. They offer transparent pay, structured growth, and a focus on well-being, encouraging technicians to work at the top of their license. The hospital is a well-established, full-service general practice with a 75-year legacy, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to the latest advancements in veterinary medicine.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid New York Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) state license.
• Experience in anesthesia & analgesia, including full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.
• Experience in dentistry, including full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy.
• Experience in diagnostics, including high-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.
• Experience in nursing & triage, including critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.

Nice To Haves

• Fear Free focused environment (training and certification supported)

Responsibilities

• Work at the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader.
• Ensure medical excellence with a patient-first mindset.
• Utilize skills in anesthesia & analgesia, including full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.
• Perform dentistry procedures, including full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy (per DVM direction).
• Conduct diagnostics, including high-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.
• Provide nursing & triage care for critical patients, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.
• Lead tech appointments and team huddles.
• Mentor assistants and externs.
• Participate in a predictable weekend rotation.

Benefits

• $1,500 Signing Bonus
• $1,500 Annual CE Allowance + Dedicated CE PTO
• 3 weeks PTO
• Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends
• Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• 24/7 Mental Health Support via Telemedicine
• Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree