Licensed Vet Technician — Surgery, Anesthesia & Dental

Hahvets; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Career development

CE programs by AmeriVet at no cost

Licensure reimbursement

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Hackettstown Animal Hospital in Hackettstown, NJ is actively seeking a licensed or experienced veterinary technician to join a collaborative team. The role involves rooming patients, assisting in surgery, anesthesia monitoring, dental care, and client education.

Candidates should have strong animal handling, good communication and teamwork, and licensure eligibility (CVT/RVT/LVT) preferred. AmeriVet provides growth opportunities, CE at no cost, licensure reimbursement, and employee pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong skillset in the dental, surgical and anesthesia areas of the hospital.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred – or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Assist with dental, surgical and anesthesia monitoring and procedures.
• Admit and discharge dental and surgery patients.
• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Surgical assistance

Dental care

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program (degree)

Licensure eligibility (CVT/RVT/LVT)

Certification preferred (CVT/RVT/LVT)

Job description

Hackettstown Animal Hospital in Hackettstown, NJ is actively seeking a licensed or experienced veterinary technician to join a collaborative team. The role involves rooming patients, assisting in surgery, anesthesia monitoring, dental care, and client education.

Candidates should have strong animal handling, good communication and teamwork, and licensure eligibility (CVT/RVT/LVT) preferred. AmeriVet provides growth opportunities, CE at no cost, licensure reimbursement, and employee pet discounts.