Full-Time Vet Technician - Patient Care & Surgery Support

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) plan

Pet discount

Job summary

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

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and an

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician in New Jersey is preferred.
• 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

Animal care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Medical records

Tools

Lab equipment

Radiography equipment

Medical records software

Job description

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

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and an