Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Vetcor • Sicklerville, NJ

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About The Position

Cedar Brook Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced veterinary technician or veterinary assistant, with credentialed veterinary technicians (CVTs) also welcome. The hospital is a three-doctor small-animal general practice treating cats and dogs and providing care from wellness visits through diagnostics such as radiographs and ultrasound. The role supports veterinarians in appointments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures, while delivering compassionate patient care and clear client communication.

This position is available full-time or part-time, with part-time hours listed as 30–32 per week. The schedule is a flexible four- to five-day workweek with rotating half-day Saturday shifts. The hospital describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, and family-like, with mentoring, monthly training and team meetings, opportunities to contribute ideas, and encouragement for professional growth. There are no on-call shifts, holiday work, or Sunday work. Team members receive regular 30-minute lunch breaks and additional breaks when needed during longer shifts.

Requirements

• Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant in a small-animal setting.
• Confidence in phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, radiographs, and in-house laboratory work.
• Availability to work nights and Saturdays.
• Empathy, a positive attitude, reliability, and care for patients and their owners.
• Open communication and a collaborative, team-first approach.
• Good judgment, including knowing when to take initiative and when to ask for help.

Nice To Haves

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT) status is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Handle and restrain feline and canine patients with patience and compassion.
• Obtain thorough patient histories and communicate clearly with clients.
• Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture, and place IV catheters.
• Administer subcutaneous fluids and prepare medications accurately.
• Take diagnostic radiographs and perform in-house laboratory work using IDEXX equipment.
• Educate clients and help them feel confident about their pets’ care.
• Keep treatment areas clean, organized, and ready for patients.
• Work independently, anticipate the team’s needs, and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Share knowledge, continue learning, and encourage teammates to grow.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience, skill set, and future performance.
• 401(k) matching and a Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
• Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees.
• 529 Savings Plan.
• Tuition support.
• Referral bonus program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance options for full-time employees, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and life insurance.
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service, subject to the stated state paid-family-leave exception.
• Sick time and paid time off.
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets, pet discounts on services and products, and a pet food discount program.
• Quarterly team rewards bonus program.
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement and VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education allowance.
• Uniform allowance.
• Six paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program.
• No on-call shifts, holiday work, or Sunday work.
• Regular 30-minute lunch breaks and additional breaks when needed during longer shifts.
• Team lounge with Netflix and Prime Video, stocked snacks, and occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed