Veterinary Technician

NVA General Practice; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

NVA General Practice in Egg Harbor Township, NJ is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians during exams, prepare medications, perform routine dental cleanings and monitor anesthesia. This full-time position offers a base hourly rate and opportunities for bonuses, with comprehensive benefits.

Ideal candidates are certified veterinary technicians with strong communication, the ability to handle aggressive animals, and a commitment to ongoing education, teamwork, and high-quality

Qualifications

• Certification as a Veterinary Technician.
• Excellent communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle and control aggressive animals.
• Capable of handling the physical and emotional aspects of work in a clinic, including euthanasia.
• Professional and courteous demeanor with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Strong listening, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examinations and provides restraint as needed.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments.
• Performs routine dental cleanings under veterinarian direction.
• Administers anesthesia and monitors animal responses to anesthetics.
• Obtains radiographs with proper positioning and technique.
• Cares for and monitors animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces to aid diagnosis.
• Provides emergency first aid when needed.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for testing.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment.
• Fills prescriptions and labels containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, including shaving areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Works with veterinarians to ensure proper patient care and efficient workflow.

Skills

Certification as Vet Tech

Excellent communication

Handle aggressive animals

Physical and emotional resilience

Professional conduct

Ongoing education

Team collaboration

Job description

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Job Summary

In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Veterinary Technician is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with the Veterinary Technician and supporting medical staff to ensure productive and quality veterinary care at all times.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.

Skills And Basic Qualifications

• Certification as a Veterinary Technician.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to effectively handle and control aggressive animals.
• Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including the use of euthanasia.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment and decision making skills.
• Compensation
  • Base hourly rate of $16 - $20 based on previous experience
  • Eligible for periodic bonus
  • Medical, Vision, Dental insurance for full time employees
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off for full time employees
  • Employee discounts