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The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is...

Collaborative

With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.

World-Class

Our cutting-edge technology, leading internship and residency programs, and veterinarians who are constantly innovating the field through the development of new treatments and procedures – from our Neurosurgery team to our Interventional Radiology clinicians – makes us a world-class, one-of-a-kind animal hospital with a proven 111-year track record.

Mission-Driven

As a non-profit, our goal to give back to animals and pet owners in need is what sets us apart. In 2021, we donated $4.5 million in veterinary care through our charitable community funds.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Non-corporate, patient centric practice. As a non-profit, patient care is at the heart of what we do
Competitive Salary
Sign-on Bonus for All New Hires
Generous Paid Time Off
50% Discount on Veterinary Care
Continuing Education Funds with Rollover Options
403B Matching Fund
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunities for Career Advancement
Federal Loan Forgiveness Eligible as a Nonprofit 501(c)(3) Entity
Career Ladder Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) Program to include mentorship, educational assistance, and additional compensation
Up to $2,500 towards relocation expenses available for candidates who live outside the NYC metropolitan area
Housing assistance available for Licensed Veterinary Technicians relocating from outside of the NYC metropolitan area

Being a Veterinary Technician at AMC

A Licensed Veterinary Technician with a dog

A Commitment to LVT Leadership & Growth

Being a Veterinary Technician at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is a highly rewarding career in a role that’s critical to the lifesaving care we deliver every day. Our Veterinary Technicians are trusted team members with a high degree of leadership and decision authority, and our culture of learning supports our LVTs with opportunities for mentorship, advancement, and growth.

 

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Sign on Bonuses for all new hires!

$10,000

All ASA level 4 & 5 LVTS and all Veterinary Technician Specialists (VTS)

$7,500

All Licensed Technicians

$1,000

All Other Staff Positions

The future of veterinary medicine is at AMC.

Our renovation, currently underway, will create 37,000 square feet of new and renovated space for an optimal, state-of-the-art work environment.

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Our patients benefit from the most state-of-the-art medical equipment available, including:

1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC)
64-slice spiral CT scanner
Electroenceephalography (EEG)
In-house laboratory
Ultrasound
Echocardiogram
Integrated non-invasive diagnostic testing with multispecialty consultations
Mobile Cone Beam CT
Veterinary Technician Interns at AMC

Veterinary Technician Internship Program

Our Veterinary Technician Internship Program offers an opportunity to learn optimal patient care skills while working with the Animal Medical Center’s experienced staff of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and veterinarians. This year-long paid internship includes full employee benefits and potential for permanent hire.

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Your Colleagues

AMC is a teaching hospital, which I absolutely love. You do something different and learn something new every day. This is the most rewarding position I've ever had and I'm proud of what I do!

Precilla,

Veterinary Assistant, Surgery

AMC is an incredible place to grow your skills. I've learned so much from probably hundreds of people over the years. Everyone at every level is a fantastic teacher, always willing to share their knowledge and expertise. They have helped me become who I am today.

Amanda, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician, Surgical Oncology

I have worked at AMC for 22 years! I advanced from Veterinary Assistant to becoming a Patient Care Manager. During my career, I have been encouraged by the management and doctors to be a leader. If you want to grow your animal career, AMC is the best place to be!

David,

Patient Care Manager, Radiology

I love being part of the incredible AMC team that manages a diverse assortment of exciting and challenging cases, working with brilliant colleagues that teach and inspire me to learn more every day, and lastly, I love knowing we do our very best to comfort each patient and client that walks through our doors.

Jesse,
M.S.Ed, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia)

Coordinator of Clinical Education