Veterinary Technician
Princeton Animal Hospital & Carnegie Cat Clinic
Job Description
We are looking for a Veterinary Technician with at least 1 year of experience to join our team!
If you are looking to utilize and grow your technician skills in a positive (and fun) work environment, then come join our team at Princeton Animal Hospital and Carnegie Cat Clinic! We are located in beautiful Princeton, New Jersey.
We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, dependable, enthusiastic professional to join our highly qualified team as a full-time veterinary technician, looking to expand and develop your career!
Our eight doctor AAHA accredited hospital offers high quality veterinary services in a modern facility, with in-house diagnostics, lab, pharmacy, digital xray, laser, surgery, acupuncture and much more! Our thriving practice is well established with a dedicated clientele. We recognize the importance of the relationships between humans and animals and we see our clients and patients as extended family. Our hospital focuses on quality, preventive medicine and comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care, in-house laboratory, pain management services, 24-hour nursing care and various boarding options for our fluffy feline friends.
The ideal candidate must have a great work ethic, possess strong customer service skills, be self-motivated, observant and team focused. We work in a fast paced environment and always have our patients as our #1 priority. Also, a great sense of humor is always welcome!
LVT, CVT or RVT are preferred but not mandatory.
We offer opportunities for growth, very competitive wages, health benefits, an excellent staff training program, discounted veterinary services, uniform/scrub allowance, continuing education financial assistance, paid time off and a strong focus on work-life balance and so much more!
Tasks include:
- Taking patient history, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
- Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications and vaccines.
- Supporting patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients.
- Filling prescriptions and administering medications, including proper documentation, logging and security of controlled drugs.
- Maintaining a safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by following documented standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
- Maintaining medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; updating database in an accurate and timely manner.
- Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
- Monitoring patients and knowledge of general anesthesia
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience.
- Minimum 1 year of of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties.
- Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires a lot of lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion.
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
- Hourly wage strongly dependent on experience!
Job Type: Full-time (work/life balance is part of our culture!)
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience: Veterinary Technician experience: 1 year minimum
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week
The base hourly range for this position is $19-$26. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Hospital
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person