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Licensed Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health·Latham, New York

$25 - $34/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Triage emergency patients and collaborate with veterinarians on diagnostics, treatments, and case management. Perform laboratory testing, administer medications, and monitor hospitalized patients and anesthetic events.

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Veterinary Technician, Emergency - LVT/RVT/CVT | $25–$34/hr Location

  • Latham,
  • NY
  • Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts per week |
  • Evening and overnight coverage
  • Compensation: $25–$34/hour + $5/hour overnight differential

Join Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital as a full-time Emergency Veterinary Technician in Latham, NY. Our Veterinary Technicians work hands-on with critical cases in a fast-paced emergency and specialty animal hospital while utilizing advanced clinical skills and continuing to grow in ECC medicine.

This is an opportunity for an LVT, RVT, or CVT who is passionate about Emergency and Critical Care, values collaboration, and wants to be part of a team where Veterinary Technicians are supported, respected, and empowered to advance their careers.

  • Compensation
  • $25-$34/hour, based on skills assessment and technician leveling
  • Overnight differential (11:00pm-7:00am): Additional $5/hour
  • Clear pathways for advancement and increased compensation through skill development and clinical growth

Full-Time Benefits

  • Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
  • CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
  • RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
  • Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
  • 16-Week VTNE Study Group
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • PTO
  • Working a holiday = DOUBLE Pay!
  • Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
  • Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
  • NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
  • Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
  • Insurance
  • Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Schedule
  • Typically three 12-hour shifts per week
  • Current scheduling needs are focused on evening and overnight coverage:
  • 4:00pm-4:00am
  • 7:00pm-7:00am
  • While not every shift will be overnight, flexibility to support these hours as needed is important

Responsibilities

  • As a Veterinary Technician in our Emergency & Critical Care department, you will:
  • Triage incoming emergency patients with confidence and compassion
  • Support pet owners during emotionally challenging situations with empathy and professionalism
  • Collaborate closely 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 exceptional nursing care
  • Execute and monitor anesthetic events with precision and attention to detail
  • Deliver high-quality patient care while maintaining accurate medical records

Qualifications

  • Licensed, Registered, or Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) eligible to work in New York State
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply
  • 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 with a team-oriented approach to patient care
  • Ability to take initiative and contribute to hospital-wide success
  • Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital is a leading emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving pets and their families throughout New York's Capital Region. Our team is committed to advancing veterinary medicine while creating an environment where Veterinary Technicians are empowered to grow their skills, expand their knowledge, and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day.

We believe in investing in our team through ongoing education, professional development, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement. Here, your expertise is valued, your voice matters, and your contributions help shape the future of veterinary medicine.

  • Surrounding Areas Many of our team members commute from throughout the Capital Region and surrounding communities, including:
  • Albany, NY & Troy, NY
  • Schenectady, NY & Clifton Park, NY
  • Cohoes, NY & Watervliet, NY
  • Colonie, NY & East Greenbush, NY
  • Rotterdam, NY & Saratoga Springs, NY
  • Ballston Spa, NY & Glenville, NY
  • Rensselaer, NY & Niskayuna, NY
  • Delmar, NY

Considering Relocating? Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

  • About Ethos Veterinary Health Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
  • Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day.
  • You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
  • Here, mentorship is a two-way street.
  • You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
  • At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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Requirements

Must be a Licensed, Registered, or Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) eligible to work in New York State. Requires a strong foundation in nursing care, radiology, and laboratory procedures, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • professional certificate
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Case Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Team Collaboration
  • Compassionate Care
  • Triage
  • Venipuncture
  • Clinical Growth
  • Diagnostics
  • Laboratory Procedures
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Medical Record Keeping
  • Radiology
  • Inpatient Nursing Care
  • Emergency And Critical Care

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$25 - $34/hr
Location
Latham, New York
Posted
Jun 2, 2026
Closes
Aug 31, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for...

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IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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