Veterinary Technician

NVA Equine; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical & ancillary benefits

PTO & paid holidays

Pet care discounts & annual pet-care+

Job summary

Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join a technician-driven team. The role offers exposure to outpatient care, surgery, diagnostics, and treatment, with mentorship and a strong training program.

We value growth, collaboration, and high standards of care. The position is based in Princeton, NJ, with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits through National Veterinary Associates (NVA).

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Desire to grow, learn, and advance clinically.
• Excellent communication skills and passion for client education.
• Team-oriented, dependable, and able to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Surgical experience is a plus; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, patient care, and treatments
• Run outpatient appointments and client education
• Perform laboratory work, radiology, dental procedures, and nursing care
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgery (training available)
• Participate in patient hospitalization and ongoing medical care
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure a clean, safe environment
• Work collaboratively with a compassionate, highly skilled team

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Communication skills

Team player

Surgical experience

Job description

AAHA-Accredited | Cat Friendly Practice | Technician-Centric

About Us

Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic is a large, well-established, AAHA-accredited general practice with a separate, fully dedicated cat clinic located on our lower level. As a trusted part of the Princeton community, we provide an elevated level of GP medicine, offering a comprehensive range of services that include wellness and client education, diagnostics, hospitalization, and advanced patient care.

Our hospital is known for:

High medical standards supported by AAHA accreditation

Exceptional technician utilization, our techs truly do everything within their scope of practice

A strong training & leveling program for ongoing growth and skill advancement

A teaching-hospital culture built around mentorship, continuing education, and teamwork

Incredible team longevity, many team members have been with us 10, 20, even 38 years

A motivated, highly compliant client base that allows us to practice gold-standard medicine

We are proud of our supportive, collaborative culture where doing great work matters and where every voice on the team contributes to the success of our patients, clients, and hospital.

About the Role: Veterinary Technician

We’re seeking a Veterinary Technician with 1+ years of experience, who is passionate about animal care, eager to grow, and excited to work in a high-performing, technician-driven environment.

Whether you're experienced in surgery or looking to grow your anesthesia skills, we want to support your development. Our technicians rotate between outpatient care, surgery, diagnostics, and treatment to maintain well-rounded skillsets.

What You’ll Do

• Support veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, patient care, and treatments
• Run outpatient appointments and client education
• Perform laboratory work, radiology, dental procedures, and nursing care
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgery (experience preferred—but training can be provided!)
• Participate in patient hospitalization and ongoing medical care
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure a clean, safe environment
• Work collaboratively with a compassionate, highly skilled team

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience
• A strong desire to grow, learn, and advance clinically
• Excellent communication skills and passion for client education
• Someone who will be a strong cultural fit: team-oriented, driven, dependable
• Comfort in a large, fast-paced environment with high standards of care
• Surgical experience is a plus, but we are happy to train

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• We fully utilize our technicians, your skills, your knowledge, and your professional capabilities matter here. You’ll be trusted, empowered, and supported every day.
• Robust training & leveling program
• Weekly staff meetings & monthly department meetings
• Leadership that mentors on the floor with you
• Scheduling & Work-Life Balance
• Flexible scheduling tailored to the individual
• All techs work a minimum of 1 evening per week
• Every other weekend rotation
• Supportive team culture that values balance & well-being
• Competitive pay: $18–$30/hour based on experience
• Full medical & ancillary benefits
• PTO & paid holidays
• Pet care discounts & annual pet-care bonus (based on tenure!)
• Support for professional growth, promotions, and long-term career development

Our Mission

At Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic, our mission is to uphold the highest standards of veterinary medicine, service, and care, while fostering an environment that nurtures, supports, and respects our clients, patients, and employees.

Join Our Team

If you’re a veterinary technician who loves learning, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to grow your career in a hospital that truly values you, we’d love to meet you.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.