Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Job Description

We are looking for a Surgical Veterinary Technician with at least 3 years of Surgery experience to join our surgery team!


If you are looking to utilize and grow your technician skills in a positive, fun working environment, then come join our family at Princeton Animal Hospital and Carnegie Cat Clinic! We are located in beautiful Princeton, New Jersey, just 1/4 mile off Route 1.


We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, dependable, enthusiastic professional with veterinary surgical experience to join our highly qualified team as a full-time technician, looking to expand and develop your career.


Our seven doctor AAHA accredited hospital offers high-quality veterinary services in a modern facility, with in house diagnostics, lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray, laser, and much more! We routinely do a variety of soft-tissue and abdominal surgeries, dental cleanings (with full mouth radiographs and surgical extractions), and orthopedic surgeries. 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, detail focused, observant, and team focused. A great sense of humor is always welcome as we love to have fun while we work! LVT, CVT or RVT is preferred but not mandatory.


We offer opportunities for growth, very competitive wages, health benefits, an excellent 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:

• Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, medication administration, and digital radiology.
• Monitoring patients and knowledge of general anesthesia.
• Induction and recovery from general anesthesia.
• Calculating drugs and discharge instructions.
• Ability to follow and fill out treatment sheets accordingly.
• Dental scaling and polishing, as well as performing dental radiographs.
• 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, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience with veterinary appointments and surgical experience 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.
• NOTE: Hourly wage dependent on experience.

Job Types: Full-time (38 hours/week)


Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)


Experience:

• Veterinary Surgical experience: 2-3 years
• Veterinary Technician experience: 2-3 years

Work Location: One location / 2 hospitals


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Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 38 per week


The base hourly range for this position is $22-$30. 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
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary Technician: 3 years (Required)
• Veterinary Surgical: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.