New Paltz Animal Hospital is hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician!
Position Details
- Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician
- Status: Full-time
- Salary: $24.00 – $33.00 per hour,
- Schedule: 4 days a week, 7:50 am - 6:00 pm, No Saturday or Sundays
Benefits Highlights
- Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
- Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
- Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
- Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
About Us
New Paltz Animal Hospital is dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care and exceptional client service in a fun, fast-paced environment. We pride ourselves on offering a structured, supportive workplace where high-quality medicine and a positive team culture go hand in hand. If you’re looking for a role that combines meaningful work, strong teamwork, and real work-life balance, you’ve found it.
Why Our LVTs Love New Paltz Animal Hospital
- Predictable schedule with real work-life balance and actual lunch breaks
- Supportive, fun, and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for mentorship, growth, and continued learning
- Competitive pay with sign-on bonus and strong benefits
- A fast-paced, engaging environment where no two days are the same
- A culture that values both quality medicine and having fun
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgeries, and procedures
- Monitor anesthesia and support surgical and dental procedures
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Perform laboratory testing and collect diagnostic samples
- Provide compassionate patient care and client education
- Maintain accurate medical records and support efficient workflow
What Our LVTs Bring
- Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential
- Strong technical skills, including anesthesia monitoring and patient care
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills
- Confidence in taking ownership of responsibilities and supporting the team
- Commitment to continued learning and professional development
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Our Team Culture
- Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day
- Grow as a professional and support the growth of others
- Work collaboratively while anticipating team and patient needs
- Bring a positive attitude (and tolerate plenty of puppy kisses and kitty headbutts 🐾)
- Take ownership of your role and contribute to team success
Join Our Team!
Take the next step. You miss every chance you don’t take — don’t miss this one. Apply today!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at New Paltz Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
