Veterinary Technician, Exotics Mid Shift

Ethos Veterinary Health•Red Bank, NJ

7d•$24 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to advance emergency and critical care skills in a cutting-edge specialty environment. This role is at a new, 100,000+ sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital designed for advanced specialty and emergency care, equipped with MRI, CT, PET scanning, 12 surgical suites, a dedicated ER, and expanded training spaces. RBVH combines innovative medicine with compassionate care for pets, clients, and team members.

Requirements

Three years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician in a veterinary hospital.
Demonstrated proficiency with computers, electronic medical records, and data entry.
Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency and critical care environment.
Fluent English skills (speaking and reading) required.

Nice To Haves

LVT, CVT, or RVT credential preferred
Previous experience working in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital preferred
Prior experience working with avian/exotics/ zoo patients preferred

Responsibilities

Ability to work with multiple species, including, but not limited to: rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, other rodents, birds (psittacines, passerines, waterfowl, chicken), bearded dragons, leopard geckos, snakes, turtles, tortoises.
Understanding of different species anatomy and physiology
Prepare exam rooms, gather tools, assist with exams and procedures, obtain patient histories and vitals, triage emergencies, administer vaccines, assist with surgical prep/cleanup, and educate clients on diet and husbandry.
Perform venipuncture on multiple species, collect and prepare diagnostic samples (cytology, fecals, trichograms), run in-house lab tests, process lab forms, perform basic cytology evaluations, and submit necropsy requests.
Create and explain treatment estimates, call in prescriptions, manage follow-up care, confirm appointments and surgeries, participate in rounds, maintain client communication, and respond to departmental emails.
Provide basic grooming, assist with medical procedures and euthanasia, place and maintain IV/IO catheters, calculate and administer medications, set up fluid therapy, assist with feeding, (including assisted feedings for small mammals and gavage feeding in birds/reptiles), perform CPR/CPCR, monitor anesthesia, and handle aftercare.
Ability to monitor or learn anesthesia in multiple species is required. (ASA I-V)
Record patient care, CPCR events, technician notes, and enter charges into Cornerstone accurately and on time.
Use appropriate veterinary terminology, maintain a positive and adaptable attitude, work as part of a collaborative team, assist in training other staff members across departments, self-starter, and highly motivated.