Veterinary Technician Jobs in New York
Veterinary Technician jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, with consistent demand at every level from entry-level clinic assistant to senior technician and specialty practice lead. Hiring concentrates in New York City, Long Island, and the Albany metro, where established employers such as the Animal Medical Center, BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital, and VCA Animal Hospitals maintain large, ongoing staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties are emergency and critical care, anesthesia, and diagnostic imaging. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location
New Windsor, New York, United States of America
Category
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
Job Id
R-245387
Job Type
Full time
Seeking a Veterinary Technician!
VCA Flannery Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our well-established, multi-doctor, 24-hour emergency and general practice in New Windsor, NY. This role includes supporting our critical overnight emergency care services, where timely, skilled intervention is essential to patient outcomes. Candidates should be confident in handling urgent and complex cases, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care during overnight shifts when pets and their families need it most.
Location: 789 Little Britain Rd, New Windsor, NY 12553
Schedule: Monday 8-8, Thursday 8-8, Friday 12-12
Pay range: The pay range for this position is $25-$35 per hour
Why join the VCA team?
We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Continuing education allowance
- Tuition support and sponsorships
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Generous pet care discounts
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
- 401(k)
- Full-time and Part-time positions available
Why We Want You!
As a member of the VCA Flannery team, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
You have worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Radiology
- Laboratory work
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
Please note that this position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Apply today!!
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: 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.
Location
New Windsor, New York, United States of America
Category
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
Job Id
R-245387
Job Type
Full time
Seeking a Veterinary Technician!
VCA Flannery Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our well-established, multi-doctor, 24-hour emergency and general practice in New Windsor, NY. This role includes supporting our critical overnight emergency care services, where timely, skilled intervention is essential to patient outcomes. Candidates should be confident in handling urgent and complex cases, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care during overnight shifts when pets and their families need it most.
Location: 789 Little Britain Rd, New Windsor, NY 12553
Schedule: Monday 8-8, Thursday 8-8, Friday 12-12
Pay range: The pay range for this position is $25-$35 per hour
Why join the VCA team?
We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Continuing education allowance
- Tuition support and sponsorships
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Generous pet care discounts
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
- 401(k)
- Full-time and Part-time positions available
Why We Want You!
As a member of the VCA Flannery team, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
You have worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Radiology
- Laboratory work
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
Please note that this position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Apply today!!
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: 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.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Veterinary Technician Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PetVet Care Centers10
- BluePearl Pet Hospital6
- Destination Pet6
- Ethos Veterinary Health6
- VCA Animal Hospitals6
Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services29
- Healthcare & Medical Services19
- Consumer Goods10
- Education2
- Insurance2
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in veterinary technician jobs across New York.
- Active New York State veterinary technician registration through the NYSED Office of the Professions
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT) designation recognized by New York State required or preferred
- Associate or bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program
- Hands-on experience with animal restraint, venipuncture, and anesthesia monitoring
- Proficiency with practice management software such as Avimark or Cornerstone
- Strong client communication skills in a fast-paced clinical or emergency setting
Veterinary Technician Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a veterinary technician in New York?
To work as a veterinary technician in New York, you must earn registration through the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions. The path requires completing an associate or bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and passing the Veterinary Technician National Examination. Once you pass the VTNE, you apply directly to NYSED for your Registered Veterinary Technician credential before practicing legally in the state.
How much do veterinary technicians make in New York?
Veterinary technicians in New York earn a median of about $59,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,640 for the lowest 10% to over $78,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire veterinary technicians in New York?
Employers hiring veterinary technicians in New York right now include PetVet Care Centers, BluePearl Pet Hospital, and Destination Pet, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of specialty and emergency hospitals, particularly in the New York City metro area, means many of these employers are actively filling positions in high-acuity and 24-hour care settings.
Which New York cities have the most veterinary technician jobs?
The cities with the most veterinary technician openings in New York are Brooklyn, New York, and West Islip. New York City drives the bulk of demand because of its dense population, high concentration of specialty and emergency hospitals, and anchor institutions like the Animal Medical Center, while suburban Long Island and the Albany area add consistent volume through private practices and regional emergency clinics.
Are there remote veterinary technician jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Veterinary technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct patient care, physical restraint, and in-clinic procedures that cannot be performed remotely. About 0% of veterinary technician openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those listings tend to involve telehealth triage support, veterinary customer service coordination, or pharmaceutical and medical device roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a veterinary technician in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a veterinary assistant or kennel technician role at a large New York clinic or hospital while you complete or have recently completed an AVMA-accredited program. BluePearl and VCA locations in the New York metro regularly hire new graduates and associate-level candidates into technician internship tracks. Having your VTNE passed and your NYSED registration application in process gives you a meaningful edge over unlicensed candidates, even before your first technician role is official.
Where can I find and apply to veterinary technician jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to veterinary technician jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Find roles that match your credentials and experience level, then apply directly to the employers posting them. No signup is required to search or view listings.
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