Licensed Veterinary Technician (ICU)

Who We Are:

The Hospital for Veterinary Surgery is New York City’s first and only surgery-exclusive veterinary hospital, and we’re growing our inpatient care team. Our 10,000+ square foot, clinician-designed facility in the heart of Manhattan is built for one purpose: delivering exceptional surgical care with genuine compassion. With four cutting-edge operating rooms, advanced imaging like a 128-slice CT and fluoroscopy, and dedicated post-operative support, we give every patient the skill, attention, and comfort they deserve in their journey to recovery.

HVS is seeking an In Patient Licensed Veterinary Technician to work closely with our internist, Dr Griego, to support a wide range of post-op patients. We’re committed to a team culture rooted in transparency, respect, and constant learning, so our people can thrive while doing their best work.

The In Patient LVT works as an ICU Nurse with our doctors, and anesthesiologist to provide exceptional care to post-op patients. The role will have an element of task flexibility and will cover the inpatient population, post-op monitoring and support, and discharges. 

What You’ll Do:

• Monitoring patient recovery, ensuring our standard of client and patient experience is met


• Placing and maintaining intravenous, central, arterial, and urinary catheters


• Maintaining feeding tubes and chest tubes


• Monitoring patients requiring oxygen supplementation and transfusions


• Patient care inclusive of pre and post outpatient surgical care- Obtaining blood samples, removing sutures, placing bandages

What We Require:

• Licensure in New York State required


• 2 years of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician


• Critical Care or ICU experience a plus


• Experience with practice management software, (ezyVet is our in-house system)


• 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

What We Offer:

• $32 - $39/hr. Additional incentives available for candidates with a VTS in Anesthesia, ECC or Internal Medicine


• $7,500 sign-on bonus based on experience


• Consistent 3-day (12hr) work week. 


• 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

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. Want to attend a conference across the country? We’ll help with travel too, covering up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses. At our hospital, we invest in your future because you're an essential part of ours.

Come As You Are

We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for our company, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You.