Veterinary Technician- Union, NJ

Community Veterinary Partners; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Continuing education reimbursement

Monthly bonus opportunities

Scrub allowance

Employee pet care discounts

Flexible scheduling

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Westfield Veterinary Group in Union, NJ, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to support surgical and dental procedures and general patient care. The role emphasizes anesthesia monitoring, nursing care, and collaboration with veterinarians and staff.

Applicants should have strong hands-on surgical experience, dental radiology know-how, and a passion for patient safety. This full-time position offers growth within a busy hospital environment and a team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience.
• Strong experience with surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and dentistry is required.
• Experience assisting with dental extractions and dental radiology preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for patient safety and exceptional veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and dental procedures.
• Obtain patient histories and perform pre-operative assessments.
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters.
• Calculate and administer medications under veterinarian supervision.
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Dentistry

Teamwork

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician – Westfield Veterinary Group – Union

Location: Union, NJ

$2,500 Sign‑On Bonus available for technicians with strong surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry experience; conditions apply.

Full‑time (36–40 hours/week).

Westfield Veterinary Group is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team in Union, NJ. We’re looking for a technician with strong hands‑on experience in surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and dentistry who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

While this position places a strong emphasis on surgery and dental procedures, you’ll also be an integral part of our medical team by assisting in appointments, providing nursing care, and supporting daily hospital operations. We’re looking for a well‑rounded technician who enjoys variety and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Surgical & Anesthesia Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and dental procedures
• Obtain patient histories and perform pre‑operative assessments
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters
• Calculate and administer medications under veterinarian supervision
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia
• Perform intubation and extubation
• Monitor ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure, temperature, and anesthetic depth
• Maintain detailed anesthesia records and communicate changes in patient status promptly

Dentistry

• Perform dental prophylaxis and full‑mouth dental radiographs
• Assist veterinarians with dental extractions and advanced dental procedures
• Prepare and maintain dental equipment and instruments
• Ensure accurate dental charting and patient documentation

General Veterinary Technician Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during appointments and treatments
• Collect laboratory samples and perform in‑house diagnostics
• Administer medications and treatments
• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized patients
• Educate clients on medications, post‑operative care, and preventive health
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment and surgical areas

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience
• Strong experience with surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and dentistry is required
• Experience assisting with dental extractions and dental radiology preferred
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced hospital environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for patient safety and exceptional veterinary medicine

Schedule

• Full time (36–40 hours per week)
• Rotating Saturdays may be required

Benefits

• $2,500 sign‑on bonus for qualified technicians (conditions apply)
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement for credentialed technicians
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Scrub allowance
• Employee pet care discounts
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and behavioral health resources

If you’re an experienced veterinary technician who enjoys surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry while also being part of a collaborative general practice team, we’d love to meet you. Join Westfield Veterinary Group and make an impact on the lives of pets, clients, and your teammates every day.

Westfield Veterinary Group does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.