Licensed Veterinary Technician - Overnight

Overnight Licensed Veterinary Technician | PetOne Veterinary, Rockville Centre Hospital

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

About PetOne Veterinary, Rockville Centre Hospital

PetOne Veterinary, Rockville Centre Hospital has been serving New York pets since the early 1900s and is one of the oldest continuously operating veterinary practices in Nassau and Queens Counties. As part of a growing group of seven veterinary hospitals, we provide General Practice, Urgent Care, and Emergency services while remaining deeply committed to our team and community.

Our hospital is in an active growth phase with a strong focus on elevating medical standards, expanding emergency services, and investing in experienced veterinary professionals.

The Overnight Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and confident Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support our overnight Emergency and Urgent Care service. This role is ideal for a technician who is comfortable working with a high level of independence, exercising sound clinical judgment, and making decisions in fast-paced, high-acuity situations.

Overnight technicians play a critical role in patient care and hospital operations. You will be trusted as a leader on the floor and a key decision-maker during overnight hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform emergency and urgent care triage during overnight hours
• Monitor and manage anesthesia and critical patients
• Assist with emergency and urgent surgical procedures
• Place IV catheters, obtain blood samples, and run in-house diagnostics
• Provide advanced nursing care to hospitalized and critical patients
• Accurately assess patient status and escalate care appropriately
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records
• Communicate clearly and confidently with veterinarians and team members
• Serve as a resource and support for assistants during overnight shifts

Who You Are

This role requires a technician who:

• Is confident working independently and making clinical decisions
• Has strong emergency, urgent care, or overnight experience
• Remains calm, organized, and decisive in high-pressure situations
• Understands patient prioritization and triage protocols
• Takes ownership of patient care and hospital flow overnight

Schedule & Shift Details

• Overnight shifts
• Weekend shifts
• Week A / Week B style scheduling options
• Schedules designed to support work-life balance whenever possible

Compensation & Benefits

• $28–$35/hour, based on experience
• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support
• License reimbursement
• Uniforms provided
• Employee pet care discounts
• Referral bonus program

Hospital Culture & Support

Even overnight, you are never “on your own.” Our leadership team is people-focused and ensures overnight staff feel supported, respected, and valued. Mental health, communication, and teamwork are priorities across all shifts.

We invest in team connection through appreciation efforts, hospital-wide events, and continued training opportunities.

Community & Values

PetOne Veterinary, Rockville Centre Hospital partners with Best Friends Animal Society and Babylon Animal Shelter, supports local schools and sports teams, and actively participates in community events and Chamber of Commerce initiatives.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in New York
• Minimum of 2+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred
• Previous ER, Urgent Care, or overnight experience strongly preferred
• Strong anesthesia, triage, and critical care skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Apply Today

If you are an experienced overnight veterinary technician who values autonomy, trust, and high-level patient care, we invite you to apply and join PetOne Veterinary, Rockville Centre Hospital.