🐾 Senior / Lead Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic | New York, NY

Are you an experienced veterinary technician who loves being on the floor, supporting patients, and helping others grow but does not necessarily want a heavy management or desk focused role?

Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Senior or Lead Veterinary Technician to serve as a hands on clinical leader in our brand new, beautifully renovated hospital located in the heart of New York City. This role is ideal for an LVT who wants to remain highly clinical while also being a trusted resource and mentor for the technician team.

We recently moved into our new facility at 374 6th Ave, New York, NY and are excited to continue building a strong, collaborative technician team.

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About our Hospital

Our modern facility was designed with both patients and staff in mind:

• 5 spacious exam rooms
• State-of-the-art surgical and dental suites (2 dental tables)
• Advanced technology with Vetspire cloud-based records
• Comfortable staff lounge to recharge between cases

We are Fear Free, Feline Friendly Certified, and Human-Animal Bond Certified, offering routine and advanced surgery, dentistry, and urgent care in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Take a look at our new space and meet our team:
👉 https://abingdonsquarevet.com
👉 Follow us on Facebook to see our patients and daily life in the clinic

Lead LVT Responsibilities 

This is a working lead position — you’ll be hands-on while also helping guide the team.

• Provide high-quality technical care in appointments, surgery, and diagnostics
• Serve as a go-to resource for technicians and assistants on the floor
• Support training and onboarding of new team members (with leadership support)
• Collaborate closely with doctors to maintain gold-standard care and workflow
• Help model best practices, organization, and calm efficiency during busy days
• Build strong relationships with clients through clear, compassionate communication

Required Credentials: 

• Licensed Veterinary Technician in New York or an experienced tech actively working toward licensure (within ~6 months)
• 3+ years of clinical experience (senior-level experience preferred)
• Strong in anesthesia, surgery, and patient care
• Enjoys mentoring, teaching, or supporting teammates — even informally
• Team-oriented, steady under pressure, and solution-focused
• Vetspire experience is a plus, but not required 

Formal leadership titles are a plus, but not required. If you’re the tech others naturally turn to — we would love to connect with you! 

Compensation and Benefits 

Salary: $30.00-$45.00 an hour, to commensurate with experience 

• Sign-on bonus available for this role 
• Health Care, Life Insurance, & Disability: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; employer-paid basic life insurance and voluntary options including AD&D; short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income during unforeseen events.  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates  
• Paid Time Off: 
  • Four (4) weeks of paid time off for all full-time teammates. 
  • Two (2) floating holidays for added flexibility.  
• Training & Development: 
  • Continuing education opportunities offered to both full-time and part-time teammates. 
  • Personalized development programs, including regular check-ins and tailored growth plans, to help you advance in your career. 
• Tuition Assistance: Support for paying off student loan debt, available to all full-time teammates. 
• Uniform Allowance 
• Discounted Pet Care: Available for both part-time and full-time teammates, helping you provide the best care for your pets. 
• Industry Leading Parental Leave Policy: 
  • For Birth Parent(s): Up to 14 weeks of paid leave at 100%, which includes:  
    • 6–8 weeks of 100% income replacement (40% covered by VIP, 60% by STD).  
    • An additional 6 weeks of paid leave at 100% covered by VIP. 
  • For Non-Birth Parent(s):6 weeks of paid leave at 100%, fully covered by VIP. 

At Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic, we’re proud to offer the highest quality care for cats and dogs in New York City. Our team is close-knit, supportive, and dedicated to excellence – and we’ve got the tools and technology to make sure you thrive in your role. Our clinic is more than just a workplace – it’s a place where your passion for animals can truly shine. If you’re ready to step into a new, exciting chapter of your veterinary career in one of NYC’s premier clinics, we’d love to meet you. Let’s write the next success story for pets and their families together.