Veterinary Technician

Union City Animal Clinic; New Jersey; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

PTO

Job summary

Union City Animal Clinic is hiring a veterinary technician for a full-time role with a 4-day work week in New Jersey. The position offers hourly pay between $18 and $24, with benefits and opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment.

The ideal candidate is a licensed veterinary technician or an experienced tech who can manage patient handling, vaccines, diagnostics, and in-house labs while providing excellent client service.

Qualifications

• Licensed or experienced veterinary technician seeking full-time employment.
• Ability to handle patient care and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint.
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines.
• Obtaining diagnostics including radiographs, phlebotomy, sample collection, and in‑house lab work.
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff.
• Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Who we are:

Union City Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

• Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $18 – $24 per hour
• Schedule: 4-day work week

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You:Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition:Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love it Here

• Scheduling that supports a proper work-life balance
• Employee benefits that strengthen both the body and the mind
• A fridge stocked with drinks and snacks – always
• No night, weekend, or holiday shifts

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can‑do attitude
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast‑paced setting
• A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
• Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

What You’ll Do

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• Obtaining diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in‑house lab work
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff
• Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Union City Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.