Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 51,577,344 - 74,500,608; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Referral bonuses

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Quarterly bonuses

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Hamilton Veterinary Hospital in New Jersey is seeking an experienced or licensed Veterinary Technician for a full-time role. You will provide high-quality patient care, assist veterinarians, monitor anesthesia, perform lab work, and educate clients within a collaborative team.

Salary ranges from $18–$26 per hour based on experience, with benefits including 401(k) matching, tuition support, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred.
• Strong technical and patient care skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Positive, supportive approach toward coworkers and clients.
• Multitask and stay organized in a busy clinical environment.
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally.
• Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and high‑quality medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care and nursing support.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of DVM staff to promote efficiency and teamwork.
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical procedures.
• Perform laboratory testing and assist with diagnostics.
• Educate clients on patient care, treatments, and preventative medicine.
• Maintain accurate patient records and medical documentation.
• Support a positive and collaborative hospital environment.

Skills

Vet Technician experience

Licensed Vet Tech

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Job description

Who We Are

Hamilton Veterinary Hospital is Hiring an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $18–$26 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

• Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Team That Puts People First? Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? If so, Hamilton Veterinary Hospital would love to meet you. We’re looking for an experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team of compassionate professionals committed to providing high-quality veterinary care. At Hamilton Veterinary Hospital, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. We strive to cultivate a supportive, positive environment that encourages teamwork, camaraderie, and continued learning. Along with practicing excellent medicine beside exceptional people, you’ll enjoy consistent scheduling, opportunities to expand your technical skills, and a workplace culture built around support and collaboration.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Hamilton Veterinary Hospital

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Consistent scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Opportunities for mentorship and continued professional growth
• Hands-on opportunities to expand your technical skill set
• Training opportunities in anesthesia, acupuncture, laser therapy, and ultrasound
• A workplace culture built on teamwork, respect, and positivity
• Access to Vetcor’s Techlife Facebook group with thousands of veterinary technicians company-wide

What You’ll Do

• Provide excellent patient care and nursing support
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Anticipate the needs of DVM staff to promote efficiency and teamwork
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical procedures
• Perform laboratory testing and assist with diagnostics
• Educate clients on patient care, treatments, and preventative medicine
• Maintain accurate patient records and medical documentation
• Support a positive and collaborative hospital environment

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience required
• Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred
• Strong technical and patient care skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Positive, supportive approach toward coworkers and clients
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy clinical environment
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally
• Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and high-quality medicine

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A team that genuinely supports one another
• Opportunities to broaden your technical skills and experience
• A positive environment where learning and growth are encouraged
• A hospital culture built around mutual respect and collaboration
• A workplace where people, patients, and teamwork come first

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

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Hamilton 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.