VCA Animal Hospitals·Farmingdale, New York
The Veterinary Technician will support the medical team by performing clinical procedures including anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and laboratory diagnostics. They are responsible for delivering an outstanding client experience while providing compassionate care to hospitalized patients.
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.
Candidates must hold a valid Veterinary Technician license (CVT, RVT, or LVT). The role requires proficiency in clinical veterinary skills and a commitment to maintaining a positive, low-stress environment for pets and owners.
Market context
In New York, veterinary technician roles are typically competitive because clinics look for licensed candidates who can support anesthesia, patient monitoring, and team-based care. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you time when comparing roles. If you are considering applying, confirm your active New York State Veterinary Technician License and be ready to discuss your anesthesia experience and approach to collaborative patient care.