The Spay & Neuter Center of New Jersey is seeking a compassionate, experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our high-quality, high-volume spay and neuter team. We are dedicated to providing safe, affordable surgical care while treating every patient, client, and team member with kindness and respect. If you thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and are passionate about improving access to veterinary care, we'd love to hear from you. Schedule Full-time Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM No nights No weekends

Compensation:

Competitive pay based on experience. Responsibilities Assist with patient admissions and obtain brief medical histories from clients. Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats. Prepare surgical patients, including clipping, scrubbing, and positioning. Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia. Monitor patient vital signs throughout anesthesia and recovery. Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment. Administer treatments and assist veterinarians as directed. Communicate postoperative discharge instructions clearly and compassionately to clients. Assist with maintaining accurate medical records. Answer a multi-line phone system and provide excellent client service. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary hospital environment, including daily cleaning duties. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of veterinary experience required. Surgical and anesthesia experience in a private practice or high-volume spay/neuter setting strongly preferred. Experience monitoring anesthesia in dogs and cats is highly preferred. Strong animal handling and restraint skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Dependable, punctual, and able to work well in a collaborative team environment. Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Windows, Google Workspace and common office software. Experience with social media is a plus. Veterinary Technician certification is preferred, but not required. Benefits Competitive pay based on experience Paid Time Off (PTO) Healthy lifestyle bonus Employee discount Continuing education opportunities 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution Monday-Friday schedule No evenings or weekends If you're looking to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a dedicated surgical team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us provide exceptional, affordable care to the pets and families of New Jersey.

Pay:

$22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Employee discount Paid time off

Experience:

Veterinary:

3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person