Veterinary Technician

Community Veterinary Partners; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Westfield Vet Group in Union, NJ is seeking an energetic Outpatient Technician to join a growing team. You will support veterinarians during visits, manage vaccines, bloodwork, and diagnostic procedures, and communicate clearly with clients.

Role offers full-time or part-time schedules, with benefits including health coverage, dental, vision, and 401k options. Experience in veterinary care and strong client communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in the veterinary field is required.
• Veterinary Technician: 1 year of experience is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for pets and their people.
• Be knowledgeable in vaccines, blood tests, fecal and urine collection.
• Complete specialty testing protocols such as ACTH Stim, Biles Acids, LDDST.
• Administer vaccines and obtain blood samples using venipuncture.
• Work with electronic medical records and document professionally.
• Assist at the front desk as needed.
• Wash and sanitize cages and other equipment.

Skills

Vaccine protocols

History taking

Client communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Westfield Veterinary Group is a multi-location, multi-doctor practice that offers our employees a wide array of opportunities to grow in this field. We work with each employee to find the coveted “work-life balance.” We pride ourselves for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. We are currently looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and quick learning individual to join our fast-growing team for full time or part time employment.

Westfield Vet Group; Union Location

Outpatient Technician- Union

Location, under new management! Come be a part of a growing team that values compassion, collaboration, and community!

REPORTS TO: LEAD TECHNICIAN

Our Outpatient technicians are “jack of all trade” individuals with a variety of skill sets. Experience in the field is required for this position. Outpatient technicians assist the veterinarian with office visits and all associated tasks all while communicating with clients using their extensive knowledge of vaccine protocols, preventatives, and excellent history taking skills. Outpatient technicians are able to manage their time efficiently and possess good problem-solving skills. Duties will include but may not be limited to:

• Provide compassionate care for pets and their people
• Be knowledgeable in areas of vaccines, blood tests, fecal and urine collection
• Complete specialty testing protocols such as ACTH Stim, Biles Acids, LDDST, etc.
• Administer vaccines and obtain blood samples using a variety of venipuncture techniques
• Safety and effectively restrain pets for team members
• Assist in the taking of diagnostic, digital radiographs
• Dispense medication as ordered and assist in our pharmacy
• Work with electronic medical record and document professionally
• Wash and sanitize cages and other equipment
• Assist at the front desk as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

We offer you your birthday off to celebrate, accrued PTO, and plenty of pet perks for your personal “fur-babies”. We offer health insurance, dental, vision, and 401k, and a variety of opportunities for continuing education in the field.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience

• Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Required)