Veterinary Technician

Woodcliff Lake Veterinary Hospital is a brand new facility projected to open in the early spring of 2025 located in Bergen County in the bucolic neighborhood of Woodcliff Lake, NJ. We are looking for enthusiastic staff members to be a part of our journey as we strive to provide the best quality care along with a personal, warm touch to build the clientele base.

The available role is for a licensed veterinary technician; however, there is room to grow into other roles as the Hospital grows as well. As a licensed veterinary technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring exceptional care for our patients and top-notch service for their owners. Your expertise will support hospital operations through responsibilities like:

1. Patient care
2. Assisting during surgeries
3. Performing diagnostics
4. Monitoring anesthesia
5. Maintaining patient records

The role includes:

1. Patient exams and gathering medical histories
2. Assisting and running diagnostics such as lab work and imaging
3. Administering medications and treatments
4. Preparing and monitoring patients for surgeries, dental procedures, and anesthesia
5. Performing nursing care, feeding, cleaning, and observing patients for health changes
6. Educating and communicating with owners regarding their pet's care and treatment plans
7. Maintaining and troubleshooting medical equipment and supplies
8. Upholding cleanliness, safety, and compliance in all hospital areas
9. Accurately documenting medical records and assisting with inventory management

We are looking for someone with:

1. At least 2 years of relevant experience in veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care
2. Proficiency in diagnostic imaging, anesthesia induction, monitoring, and surgical assistance
3. Skills in phlebotomy, catheter placement, and handling medications including controlled substances

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Schedule: 4 hour shift, 4x10, 5x8, 8 hour shift, Day shift, Monday to Friday, Morning shift, No nights, No weekends

Ability to Commute: Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Salary: $25 – $35 hourly

About Woodcliff Lake Veterinary Hospital:
Woodcliff Lake Veterinary Hospital is a brand new hospital opening in Spring 2025. It will be a single doctor full-service hospital providing wellness visits, emergency visits, surgery, and dental procedures.