Emergency Veterinary Technician: Fast-Paced Care & Growth

Brief Media, Inc.; Raritan (NJ); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan

Pet discounts

Calm app access

CE stipends

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ AnimERge in Raritan, New Jersey is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician to support hospital operations with dedicated veterinary care and high-quality service. The role involves diagnosis, nursing care, anesthesia support, and client communication in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

The position offers swing and some overnight shifts (4 days/week, 10-hour shifts, rotating weekends), with benefits for team wellbeing and professional development.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Proficient in safe and gentle animal restraint.
• Able to perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, induce, intubate and monitor anesthesia until full recovery.
• Must accurately calculate drug doses, including CRIs and dilutions.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by determining animal requirements and performing exams, diagnostics, and nursing care.
• Assist during surgery and operations and manage patient records.
• Maintain medical supplies, equipment, and triage/discharge patients.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and manage controlled substances with proper documentation.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status as directed by the veterinarian.

Skills

Animal restraint

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug dose calculations

Communication

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ AnimERge in Raritan, New Jersey is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician to support hospital operations with dedicated veterinary care and high-quality service. The role involves diagnosis, nursing care, anesthesia support, and client communication in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

The position offers swing and some overnight shifts (4 days/week, 10-hour shifts, rotating weekends), with benefits for team wellbeing and professional development.