Veterinary Technician

Abqpetcarehospital; Rancocas Heights (NJ); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Monthly office snack subscriptions

Employee discounts

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician in Rancocas Heights, New Jersey. Responsibilities include collecting samples, assisting in exams, and monitoring anesthesia. The position offers a flexible schedule with part-time capability and various benefits like a 401K match and paid time off. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience or be recent Veterinary Technology graduates and possess excellent communication skills. A valid driver's license is also required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a veterinary practice or recent Veterinary Technology graduates.
• Previous experience in veterinary anesthesia and dentistry strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and urine samples and run diagnostic tests.
• Monitor anesthetic procedures and calculate drug dosages.
• Assist in exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs, and weight.

Skills

Experience in proper animal handling and restraint

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills including working in a team

Knowledge of small animal vaccinations

Active listening and critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

My Pet’s Veterinary Center is an AAHA accredited animal hospital located in Hainesport, New Jersey. We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team! We offer a generous employee discount, flexible schedule and a great work-life balance (NO overnights and NO Sundays!)

Salary: $18-$22 based on experience

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Monthly office snack subscriptions
• Employee discounts

Responsibilities

At My Pet’s Veterinary Center, Veterinary Technicians utilize their skills by collecting blood and urine samples and running diagnostic tests, placing catheters, monitoring anesthetic procedures, calculating drug dosages and more! The Veterinary Technician assists in exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs and weight, preparing vaccines, providing client education, and assisting with animal restraint. Veterinary Technicians may also see their own appointments for procedures such as suture removal, nail trims, vaccine administration when a doctor exam is not required, long‑term medication monitoring testing, surgery admission and discharge of patients. Veterinary Technicians directly impact doctors’ productivity, client service and patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a veterinary practice or recent Veterinary Technology graduates
• Experience in proper animal handling and restraint
• Knowledge of small animal vaccinations, medications and preventatives
• Basic veterinary medical knowledge, including products and services
• Previous experience in veterinary anesthesia and dentistry strongly preferred
• Familiar with the use of policies, reports, and form completion
• Excellent telephone skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills including working in a team environment
• Active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment and decision making skills
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Valid Driver’s License

Expected Schedule

• Flexible, part time
• Rotating Saturday
• 5 hour shift; 8 hour shift; 12 hour shift

Please note: candidates that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered for the position.