Experienced Veterinary Technician

Seeking an Experienced Veterinary Technician - Growth Opportunity! VCA Ridgewood Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full‑time veterinary technician to join our AAHA and Fear Free Certified companion animal hospital in Ridgewood, NJ. Our ideal candidate will have previous surgical experience and a passion for training others. This role offers substantial growth opportunities, with the potential to assume a formal leadership position in the future. Why Join the VCA Ridgewood family? We are passionate about supporting veterinary assistants and technicians and are committed to your continuing education and career development. VCA Animal Hospitals fosters an inclusive environment where talented individuals can thrive, focus on their careers, and serve the patients we care for. Benefits Access to the resources of a large veterinary community Growth and leadership opportunities Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Generous hospital and product discounts Employer‑paid life, long‑ and short‑term disability insurance Paid vacation and sick time Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement plan Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace) Competitive wage Opportunities to give back through shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Full‑time and part‑time positions available Why We Want You As a member of the VCA team, you will help create and maintain a positive, low‑stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. Client education and care Pharmacy and medication administration Lab sample collection and processing Surgical preparation and assistance Anesthesia monitoring Dentistry Medical record‑keeping The pay range for this position is $20–$30 per hour, based on years of experience and education. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now—we look forward to hearing from you! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not intended as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require additional tasks as circumstances change. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer—Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr