Licensed Veterinary Technician
Locally Owned Veterinary Clinic Seeking LVT
Kinderhook Animal Hospital is a locally owned small animal practice serving the community since 1969. We are proud to provide compassionate veterinary care in a welcoming, relationship-focused environment where pets and their people are treated like neighbors — because they are. As a privately owned practice, we believe veterinary medicine should feel personal — for both our clients and our team. We value communication, trust, and creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work each day.
We are looking for a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician who values communication, teamwork, and building lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Whether you are an experienced technician or a new graduate looking for mentorship and support, we would love to meet you.
This is an opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative team in a practice that prioritizes quality medicine, kindness, and work-life balance — without the pressure of corporate veterinary medicine.
No corporate quotas. No overnight shifts. Just good medicine, good people, and a supportive team.
If you are looking for a welcoming small-town practice where relationships matter and your work is appreciated, we encourage you to apply.
What We’re Looking For
We are searching for someone who is:
- Friendly, welcoming, and compassionate
- A strong communicator with clients and coworkers
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Passionate about patient care and client education
- Comfortable assisting with appointments, surgery, and dentistry
- Eager to learn and grow within a supportive environment
New graduates are welcome. Mentoring is available.
Job Responsibilities
- Obtain patient histories, perform patient assessments, collect samples, run in-house laboratory testing, and maintain accurate medical records
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and client communication in a fast-paced small animal practice
- Safely restrain canine and feline patients
- Place intravenous catheters; administer medications, vaccines, fluids, and treatments as directed
- Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients during surgical and dental procedures while maintaining sterile technique
- Take diagnostic radiographs, perform dental prophylaxis, and assist with dental procedures and extractions
- Monitor hospitalized patients, provide nursing care, and assist with emergency and urgent care cases as needed
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, inventory, and compliance with OSHA, controlled substance, and infection control protocols
Qualifications
- Current New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced small animal clinical setting
- Excellent communication and client education skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Rotating Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- No after-hours or emergency duty
Compensation & Benefits
- $26–30/hour depending on experience
- Health insurance with employer contribution (including vision and dental)
- Paid holiday time
- Paid sick time
- Licensing fees covered
- Employee pet discounts
- Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks
- 401(k) plan coming soon
- Supportive mentorship and team environment
License/Certification:
- NY State Veterinary Technician License (Required)
Work Location: In person