Veterinary Technician

Callingallcreaturesvet; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Toms River, New Jersey is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician. The role offers a full-time schedule with no nights or weekends. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to animal care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician (license preferred but not required).
• A compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• A team-oriented mindset with a willingness to help others.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgeries, and patient care.
• Monitor anesthesia and perform lab work.
• Communicate with clients ensuring they feel heard and informed.
• Keep patient records organized and accurate.

Skills

Compassionate and patient-centered approach

Strong communication and organizational skills

Team-oriented mindset

Critical thinking and can-do attitude

Reliability and professionalism

Education

Experience as a veterinary technician

Job description

Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital

Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

• Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour based on experience
• Schedule: 4-day work week with no nights, weekends, or holiday hours!

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

Are you tired of working nights, weekends, and holidays? Do you ever feel like your work schedule reads more like a BINGO card than a career plan?

If you’re ready to reclaim your evenings, weekends, and family time while still doing what you love, Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital wants to talk to you! We believe that great medicine starts with a team that feels supported, appreciated, and balanced — both inside and outside the clinic. Our motto is “Be Kind,” and we live by it every day — with our patients, clients, and each other.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital

• True work-life balance: 4-day work weeks, no nights, holidays, or on-call shifts
• Lunch breaks on the regular (yes, really!)
• A team that believes kindness and collaboration make everything better
• Weekly and monthly team meetings that keep communication open and ideas flowing
• Coffee runs, ice cream parties, and surprise team lunches — just because!
• Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
• Leadership that listens and invests in your development
• Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Experience as a veterinary technician (license preferred but not required)
• A compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
• A team-oriented mindset with a willingness to help others
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A sense of humor and a love for both animals and the people who care for them
• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting

What You’ll Do

• Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every single day
• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgeries, and patient care
• Monitor anesthesia, perform lab work, and support the medical team as needed
• Communicate with clients with warmth and professionalism, ensuring they feel heard and informed
• Keep patient records organized and accurate
• Help maintain a positive, supportive clinic culture through teamwork and mutual respect
• Tolerate (and even enjoy!) puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
• Communicate with warmth, clarity, and confidence
• Support teammates and welcome learning (yours and theirs)
• Embrace the occasional “cat rodeo” with safe, skilled handling
• Celebrate the moments that matter—birthdays, babies, anniversaries

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• 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)
• 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 only; after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re looking for a veterinary practice where you can grow, have fun, and finally enjoy a real work-life balance, Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital is the place for you. Apply today — we can’t wait to welcome you to our team!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital 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.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.