Overnight Licensed Veterinary Technician

High-Level Inpatient Care & ICU Management

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Work Location: In person Rock Hill, NY (Moving to new facility August 2026)

Catskill Veterinary Services is seeking a skilled, self-motivated Overnight LVT to join our flagship team. Currently based at our original Rock Hill facility, this role will transition in August 2026 to our brand-new, purpose-built specialty hospital just minutes away.

This is a unique opportunity to provide high-level nursing care in a quiet, focused environment while being part of a major expansion in specialty veterinary medicine.

If you prefer a focused clinical environment where you can concentrate on patient recovery and high-level nursing without the chaos of a public-facing waiting room, this is the role for you. We provide the peace of mind our clients need, knowing their pets are in expert hands 24/7.

Our Core Values

At Catskill Veterinary Services, we aren't just looking for technical skills; we are looking for a teammate who aligns with our culture:

• Growth Mindset: We are teachable and accountable.
• Compassionate: We develop positive relationships.
• Excellence: We choose to be professionals, and we choose to teach.
• Ethical: We are committed to our clients, patients, and our team.
• Passionate: We care.

Primary Responsibilities

As the overnight advocate for our hospitalized patients, your shift focuses on continuity of medical excellence and high-level nursing:

• Specialty Inpatient Management: Execute treatment plans for small animals, exotics, and the occasional farm animal.
• Critical Care Nursing: Manage fluid therapy, CRI adjustments, and complex medication protocols (IV, IM, SQ, Oral).
• Vitals & Monitoring: Perform regular rounds using Doppler BP, Tonovet, and ECG to ensure patient stability.
• Network Coordination: Support our growing network by assisting with patient transfers from our Middletown or Newburgh locations to the Rock Hill flagship for overnight care.
• Laboratory & Imaging: Utilize our full IDEXX lab suite and digital radiology for overnight diagnostic needs.
• Surgical Recovery: Provide specialized post-operative care and pain management for patients recovering from specialty procedures.
• The "Clean Slate" Handoff: Ensure the treatment floor and surgical suites are prepped and stocked for the incoming morning specialty team. Round the daytime team on patient updates form overnight.

Qualifications

• Credentialed: NYS Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in good standing.
• Independent: Ability to work autonomously and make sound clinical observations.
• Species-Diverse: Comfort or interest in working with "all species"
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and interpretation of patient vitals.

Compensation & Industry-Leading Benefits

We value the specialized commitment of overnight care and offer a package designed to support a healthy work-life balance:

• Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours of PTO per year, plus sick leave and paid parental leave.
• Competitive Pay: Hourly rates based on experience, plus shift differentials for overnight hours.
• Health & Wellness: Health insurance, Dental, Vision and EAP.
• Future Planning: 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Professional Growth: CE allowance, license reimbursement, and professional development assistance.
• Perks: Significant pet care discounts, uniform allowance, and referral programs.

The Future: Moving to Specialty Excellence

In August 2026, we are moving to a newly built specialty hospital nearby. This facility will represent the pinnacle of veterinary care in the region. By joining us now, you will:

• Help establish the overnight protocols for a premier specialty center.
• Work with the latest medical technology in a facility designed for technician efficiency and patient comfort.
• Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and the highest standards of medicine.

Apply today to become the guardian of our inpatients and help us transition into the future of specialty care.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Night shift

Ability to Commute:

• Rock Hill, NY 12775 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rock Hill, NY 12775: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $38