Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Licensed Veterinary Technician Position

Raritan Animal Hospital is Hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician! Inquire About our $5000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates! Position Details

Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-time

Salary: $27$30 per hour

Schedule: 4 or 5 days a week, rotating Saturday (1 a month)

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Raritan Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team. We're a community-focused hospital that values high-quality medicine, strong client relationships, and a supportive, team-driven culture.

Our technicians are essential to everything we dofrom hands-on patient care to client education. You'll work closely with our veterinarians and support staff to deliver both routine and urgent care, participate in surgery and dental procedures, and conduct their own set of appointments with the support of our vet assistants. We encourage you to expand your skills by offering CE opportunities through meetings and mentorships to support you through your career with us.

This is a full-time position (3040 hours/week) with a rotating Saturday schedule; they can be 8 or 10-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive patient care, including handling, restraint, and husbandry
• Educate and communicate clearly with pet owners
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures, including anesthesia monitoring
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Perform and manage diagnostics (lab work, imaging, etc.)
• Administer medications and treatments
• Triage and respond to urgent or emergency cases
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and team members to deliver high-quality care

Why Raritan Animal Hospital?

• Supportive, team-oriented environment where your voice matters
• Opportunities to expand your clinical skills and grow your career
• Mentorship from experienced veterinarians and technicians
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development
• A positive, respectful workplace culture that prioritizes both patient care and team well-being

What We Offer

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

Requirements

• Min 3 years of experience as a veterinary technician
• Veterinary technician licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT)
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
• A genuine passion for patient care and client service

Join Our Team!

Think you're the veterinary technician we're looking for? Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Raritan Animal 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.

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