Licensed Veterinary Technician: Growth, CE & Benefits

Amerivet; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO

licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Hackettstown Animal Hospital, part of AmeriVet, seeks a licensed or experienced veterinary technician to join our team in Hackettstown, NJ. You will assist veterinarians in exams, surgery, anesthesia, and patient recovery, while maintaining high standards of animal handling and client education.

Ideal candidates have CVT/RVT/LVT credentials or eligibility, strong dental and anesthesia skills, and excellent teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• CVT/RVT/LVT certification preferred or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• AVMA-accredited veterinary technology degree preferred but not required.
• Strong animal handling, dental, surgical and anesthesia skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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

Dental

Surgery

Anesthesia

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT certification

AVMA-accredited program

Tools

X-ray equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Hackettstown Animal Hospital, part of AmeriVet, seeks a licensed or experienced veterinary technician to join our team in Hackettstown, NJ. You will assist veterinarians in exams, surgery, anesthesia, and patient recovery, while maintaining high standards of animal handling and client education.

Ideal candidates have CVT/RVT/LVT credentials or eligibility, strong dental and anesthesia skills, and excellent teamwork.