Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Lake Placid Animal Hospital is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician who wants to do meaningful work, practice at the top of their license, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Our hospital serves a unique and vital role within the Adirondack region. As neighboring veterinary resources have diminished, our team has stepped up to meet the needs of pets and families throughout the Tri-Lakes community. Every day, we help patients who may not have another option nearby.

We're growing, expanding our facility, adding doctors, and investing in the future of our practice. This is an exciting time to join a hospital that is actively evolving while remaining deeply committed to its patients, clients, and team.

What makes Lake Placid special isn't just the medicine we practiceit's the people.

Many of our team members have spent years building their careers here. We work hard, support each other, laugh together, and genuinely enjoy coming to work. While the pace can be busy, you'll never feel like you're facing it alone.

You'll be trusted to fully utilize your technical skills and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day.

Our technicians are integral to hospital operations and are heavily involved in:

• Venipuncture and catheter placement
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical support
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Radiology
• Client communication
• Patient treatments
• Same-day urgent care cases
• Emergency case support

If you're looking for a role where your skills are respected and your contributions matter, you'll find it here.

What You'll Find at Lake Placid Animal Hospital includes:

• Growing 3-doctor practice
• Major hospital renovation underway
• Strong technician utilization
• Busy and engaging caseload
• Surgery and anesthesia opportunities
• Emergency and urgent care exposure
• Collaborative team environment
• Long-tenured staff
• Supportive leadership
• Opportunity to make a real impact in your community

The ideal technician enjoys staying busy, takes pride in their work, and understands the importance of teamwork.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Licensed in New York State
• Compassionate and dependable
• Adaptable and proactive
• Comfortable with a fast-paced environment
• Excited to contribute to a highly collaborative team
• Interested in making a difference for patients and clients

Compensation: $2026/hour, based on experience.

Our Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support
• Mental Health Resources
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave

Perks for Your Pets Too!

Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them:

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing
• Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

High school diploma or equivalent

• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required