Who We Are:
Veterinary Eye Center is a specialty hospital devoted entirely to advanced animal eye care. Since opening in 2021 under the leadership of Founding Medical Director Dr. LoPinto, we’ve built something special in New York City: a practice where exceptional medicine, thoughtful client communication, and true team collaboration guide everything we do. Here, state-of-the-art diagnostics meet microsurgical precision and a meticulous approach to ophthalmology. The result is a hospital where clinical excellence, professional growth, and supportive teamwork always remain in focus.
We’re proud to be part of a small but growing movement to raise the bar for both patient care and workplace culture. At VEC, you’ll find a schedule designed with balance in mind, a leadership team that listens, and a spirit of innovation that keeps us constantly evolving. Whether you’re drawn to the precision and complexity of ophthalmological surgery, the chance to work in a highly specialized field, or simply the opportunity to be part of a kind and passionate team, VEC is a place to thrive.
We are seeking an experienced and intellectually curious Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. As a member of the ophthalmology team, you will be actively involved in both appointments and daily surgical procedures. Our Technicians run appointments and manage anesthesia for surgical patients from start to finish including making anesthesia plans, inducing and recovering, and anesthesia monitoring.
What We Offer:
The pay range for this role is: $34-$36/hr. Additional incentives available for candidates with a VTS.
Up to $7,500 Sign-on bonus based on experience
4 day work week
No weekends, no nights, no on-call, no major holidays!
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
FSA/HSA
Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
401(k) with a company match
Scrub Allowance
Paid Parental Leave
Elective benefits through MetLife
Employee pet discounts
Discounted pet insurance
What We Require:
What You'll Do:
In addition to traditional Veterinary Technician duties, you will:
Medical responsibilities include:
Surgical responsibilities include:
Continuing Education:
We're serious about your growth and development. LVTs are eligible to receive unlimited CE registration reimbursement, including conferences, advanced skills labs, online subscriptions, and even textbooks. You’ll also get 3 fully paid CE days every year to take full advantage of those opportunities without burning your PTO. Want to attend a conference across the country? We’ll help with travel too, covering up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses. At our hospital, we invest in your future because you're an essential part of ours.
Come as You Are:
We provide equal opportunities for everyone that applies to and works for VEC, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental status, marital status, genetic information, religion, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other law-protected consideration that makes you, You.
NYS Pay Range
$34—$36 USD