Credentialed Veterinary Technician-Part Time

Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital, PA; Park Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Pet care discount

Paid Time Off

Mental health resources

Encore Vet Group training resources

Employee Assistance Program

Encore Vet Group resources

Job summary

Park Ridge Animal Hospital is seeking a Surgery Focus Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) in Park Ridge, NJ. The ideal candidate will monitor anesthesia during procedures, assist surgeons, and support recovery to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

We value experience, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety. This role offers a Thursday-only schedule, competitive pay, and a supportive, collaborative environment with Encore Vet Group resources.

Qualifications

• Experience with anesthesia monitoring during surgical procedures.
• Ability to provide skilled surgical support and post-operative care.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.
• Strong teamwork and communication with veterinarians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia during surgeries to ensure patient safety.
• Prepare and position patients, assist surgeons, and manage recovery.
• Deliver high-quality patient care and advocate for patients and clients.
• Support veterinarians to improve efficiency and outcomes.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical support

Patient safety

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or CVT

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring gear

Job description

Overview

Surgery Focus Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) | Park Ridge, NJ

Want to put your anesthesia skills to work in a practice that truly values experienced technicians? If you're a Credentialed Veterinary Technician who enjoys surgery days and takes pride in patient safety, we'd love to meet you.

About the Practice

For more than 50 years, we've been the trusted neighborhood veterinary hospital families in the Pascack Valley community rely on for exceptional care. We combine the warmth of a community practice with the tools and technology needed to provide high-quality medicine, including digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and cold laser therapy. We built our hospital to support low-stress visits for pets and collaborative, rewarding days for our team, where your skills are trusted, your voice matters, and your experience makes a difference. This role is ideal for an experienced Licensed or Credentialed Veterinary Technician who enjoys surgery and takes pride in patient safety, playing a critical role in monitoring anesthesia, supporting surgical procedures, and helping deliver the level of care our clients and patients have come to expect.

What You'll Help Us Achieve

• Safe and successful surgical procedures through skilled anesthesia monitoring
• Smooth surgical days supported by efficient preparation, patient care, and recovery management
• Exceptional patient outcomes through careful attention to detail and patient advocacy
• Greater efficiency and focus for veterinarians by providing strong technical support
• Positive client experiences through outstanding patient care

What We're Looking For

Required:

• LVT or CVT required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary setting
• Proficiency monitoring anesthesia and supporting surgical procedures
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and teamwork

Preferred:

• Comfortable maintaining a consistent, focused surgical caseload each week

Schedule

• Thursday only: 7:30am-3:30pm
• Ongoing weekly schedule
• No weekend coverage required
• No holiday coverage required

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $28.00 - $33.00 per hour, based on experience, skills and credentials.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Free virtual mental health services for your household (ages 13+)
• Up to a 5% match on your 401(k)
• A generous CE allowance to help fuel your growth
• Uniform allowance to keep you comfortable and clinic-ready
• Discounted care for your personal pets
• Paid Time Off for those working 25+ hours per week
• A robust Employee Assistance Program covering mental health support, financial tools, and everything in between
• Access to Encore Vet Group's exclusive library of training, education, and development resources

If this sounds like the kind of team and environment you've been looking for, we'd love to connect.

Learn more about Park Ridge Animal Hospital: www.parkridgevet.com

Park Ridge Animal Hospital is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.

Pay Range

USD $28.00 - USD $33.00 /Hr.