Veterinary Technician

NVA General Practice

Princeton (NJ)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 41,000

Full time

29 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
PTO & holidays
Pet care discounts
Uniform allowance
License reimbursement
Career growth

Job summary

Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Veterinary Technician with 1+ years of experience to join our AAHA-accredited, technician-driven team.

You will rotate through outpatient care, surgery, diagnostics, and treatment while our supportive culture emphasizes mentorship, ongoing training, and client education.

We offer competitive pay, full benefits, PTO, pet-care discounts, uniform allowance, and opportunities for hands-on anesthesia training.

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of veterinary technician experience
  • CVT license or eligibility
  • Strong communication and client education
  • Comfort in a fast-paced hospital with high standards of care
  • Willingness to train in anesthesia

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
Client education
Communication
Team player

Education

CVT license or eligibility

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
  • A Technician-Centric Hospital
  • We fully utilize our technicians, your skills, your knowledge, and your professional capabilities matter here. You’ll be trusted, empowered, and supported every day.
  • Growth, Mentorship & Education
  • Robust training & leveling program
  • Weekly staff meetings & monthly department meetings
  • CE allowance
  • 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
Compensation & Benefits
  • 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!)
  • Uniform allowance
  • CVT license reimbursement
  • 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.

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