Veterinary Assistant — Compassionate Care & Growth

Vetpracticepartners; Sparta Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet discount

401(k) with company match

Continuing education

Job summary

Highlands Veterinary Hospital in Sparta, New Jersey, is seeking a compassionate veterinary technician to join our team. You will assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and surgeries, handle animals safely, and help prepare rooms and equipment.

This full-time role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement, plus paid time off, pet discounts, a generous 401(k) match, and continuing education opportunities for licensed technicians.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Animal handling

Disinfection procedures

Medication administration

Diagnostic equipment use

Job description

Highlands Veterinary Hospital in Sparta, New Jersey, is seeking a compassionate veterinary technician to join our team. You will assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and surgeries, handle animals safely, and help prepare rooms and equipment.

This full-time role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement, plus paid time off, pet discounts, a generous 401(k) match, and continuing education opportunities for licensed technicians.