Veterinary Technician

Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital in Toms River, NJ, is hiring an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician. This full-time position offers a 4-day work week with no nights, weekends, or holiday hours. Enjoy robust benefits including comprehensive health coverage and a supportive team culture.

If you're passionate about veterinary care and seek a healthy work-life balance, we want you on our team!

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required.
• Veterinary Technician license preferred but not required.
• Critical thinking and curiosity are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgeries.
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical procedures.
• Communicate with clients warmly and professionally.

Skills

Compassionate patient-centered approach

Strong communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Critical thinking

Reliability and professionalism

Education

Veterinary Technician license

Job description

Who we are:

Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary TechnicianStatus: Full-timeSalary: $19.00–$25.00 per hour based on experienceSchedule: 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

Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role with Real Work-Life Balance?

Are you sick of working nights, weekends, and holidays? Do you sometimes forget what your family looks like after a long week of working late? Are you ready for a work schedule that doesn’t read like a BINGO card? If so, Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital wants to talk.

Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital is searching for an experienced or licensed Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate and collaborative team. At Calling All Creatures, we are passionate about the care we provide to our patients and clients while supporting one another through teamwork, kindness, and mutual respect.

“Be Kind” is more than our motto — it’s how we approach patient care, client communication, and our relationships with each other every single day.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Calling All Creatures Veterinary Hospital

• True work-life balance with 4-day work weeks
• No nights, holidays, or on-call shifts
• Lunch breaks on the regular
• Supportive, team-first clinic culture
• Weekly and monthly team meetings that encourage open communication
• Coffee runs, ice cream parties, and surprise team lunches
• Leadership that supports growth and professional development
• Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

What You’ll Do

• Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day
• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgeries, and patient care
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical procedures
• Perform laboratory procedures and diagnostic testing
• Maintain organized and accurate patient records
• Communicate with clients warmly and professionally
• Support teammates and contribute to a positive clinic culture
• Practice safe and compassionate patient handling techniques
• Help create exceptional experiences for both patients and clients
• Embrace the occasional puppy kiss, kitty headbutt, or cat rodeo

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required
• Veterinary Technician license preferred but not required
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to veterinary care
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support others
• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced environment
• A sense of humor and appreciation for teamwork and positivity

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• Mentorship and support from an experienced veterinary team
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional growth
• A workplace culture centered around kindness and collaboration
• Team celebrations for birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones
• Employee benefits that support both personal and professional well-being
• A clinic environment where your contributions are valued every day

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!

Think you’re the Veterinary Technician we’ve been dreaming of? Awesome! Come join our team and see the difference we can make in the lives of our people and our patients.