Certified Veterinary Technician

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital; West Milford (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Pet discount

Job summary

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital in Hewitt, NJ is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. The role offers a 35-hour week across three 10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–7:00 PM, with every other Saturday 8:30 AM–12:30 PM.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k), and an employee pet discount.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician in New Jersey.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Certified Veterinary Technician

Animal handling

Client communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Radiographs

Job description

Salary: $25 - $28 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position averaging 35 hours per week. Three 10-hour shifts per week. Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (scheduled within these hours.) Every other Saturday required: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is hiring a full-timeCertified Veterinary Technicianto provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

KeyResponsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician in New Jersey.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is a trusted full-service veterinary practice dedicated to enhancing the health, well-being, and longevity of pets and their families in the Hewitt, NJ area and surrounding communities. We combine compassionate care with the latest medical knowledge and technology to deliver exceptional veterinary services—from routine wellness exams and diagnostics to surgical care and advanced treatments. Our clean, modern facility and experienced team provide a welcoming environment where every patient is treated like family. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with pet owners and creating positive experiences for both pets and their humans.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.