Veterinary Technician

Socket.dev; West Milford (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k)

Professional development

Pet discount

Job summary

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. The candidate should have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

The position offers full-time hours with a 35-hour week, three 10-hour shifts, and occasional Saturday coverage.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician preferred in New Jersey.
• Ability to safely handle animals and communicate with clients.
• Experience with exams, anesthesia, surgeries, lab work, radiographs, and meds.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient care, exams, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Communicate care instructions and status updates to clients.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain medical records and assist with dispensing medications.
• Keep exam rooms and equipment clean and stocked.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Surgery support

Lab work

Radiography

IV catheter placement

Education

CVT NJ

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $25 - $28 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position averaging 35 hours per week. Three 10-hour shifts per week. Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM (scheduled within these hours.) Every other Saturday required: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM.

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Certified Veterinary Technician in New Jersey is preferred.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital

Greenwood Lake Animal Hospital is a trusted full-service veterinary practice dedicated to enhancing the health, well-being, and longevity of pets and their families in the Hewitt, NJ area and surrounding communities. We combine compassionate care with the latest medical knowledge and technology to deliver exceptional veterinary services - from routine wellness exams and diagnostics to surgical care and advanced treatments. Our clean, modern facility and experienced team provide a welcoming environment where every patient is treated like family. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with pet owners and creating positive experiences for both pets and their humans.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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