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Veterinary Technician, Exotics
CVT/RVT/LVT $30 - $38/hr. | Non-Credentialed $27 - $32/hr. | Red Bank, NJ
If you're a Veterinary Technician looking to advance your emergency and critical care skills in a cutting-edge specialty environment, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital offers the opportunity to work in a new, 100,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital designed for advanced specialty and emergency care. 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 alike.
Compensation
- Credentialed Technicians: $30 - $38/hr. based on experience
- Non-Credentialed Technicians: $27 - $32/hr. based on experience
Full-Time Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing Education (CE) Free Vetbloom (RACE-approved CE) access
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off:
- Sick Days
- Vacation Days
- Bereavement Leave
- License Reimbursement
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Employee Pet Discount
- Referral Program
Schedule
- Full-Time
- Wednesday – Saturday
- 11:00am – 9:00pm or 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Job Description
The Exotics Technician must be outgoing, be able to work independently, possess excellent communication skills, and make use of all available time. The Exotics Technician must have good organizational skills and the ability to perform and work proficiently in a wide variety of daily situations. The technician must also be able to work with every department in the hospital. The Exotics Technician provides a link between clients, client services, doctors, and technicians.
Responsibilities
The Exotics Technician must be outgoing, be able to work independently, possess excellent communication skills, and make use of all available time. The Exotics Technician must have good organizational skills and the ability to perform and work proficiently in a wide variety of daily situations. The technician must also be able to work with every department in the hospital. The Exotics Technician provides a link between clients, client services, doctors, and technicians.
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
- Patient Care & Support:
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. - Diagnostics:
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. - Communication & Coordination:
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. - Treatment & Procedures:
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)
- Medical Records & Documentation:
Record patient care, CPCR events, technician notes, and enter charges into Cornerstone accurately and on time. - Team Collaboration & Training:
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.
Qualifications
- LVT, CVT, or RVT credential preferred
- Three years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician in a veterinary hospital.
- Previous experience working in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency with computers, electronic medical records, and data entry.
- Prior experience working with avian/exotics/ zoo patients preferred
- 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.
Why Technicians Choose RBVH?
- Work alongside a dedicated team of emergency, critical care, and specialty veterinary professionals committed to exceptional patient care.
- Gain hands-on experience managing complex emergency and critical care cases.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your skills directly impact patient outcomes.
- Be part of meaningful moments in the lives of pets and their families by providing compassionate care during critical situations.
- Expand your knowledge through mentorship, continuing education, and ongoing professional development.
- Receive a competitive compensation and benefits package that recognizes your expertise and commitment.
About RBVH
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH), now located in Red Bank, NJ, proudly opened its new state-of-the-art facility in May 2024—an expansive, 100,000 square foot space nearly twice the size of our original Tinton Falls location. This milestone marks the continuation of over 40 years of dedicated service to our community. Equipped with advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and PET scanning, the hospital features 12 surgical suites, a dedicated emergency department, expanded training facilities, and specialized spaces designed to support exceptional patient care.
Nearby Communities
RBVH attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Jersey Shore region, Central New Jersey, and the New York metropolitan area, including:
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH), now located in Red Bank, NJ, proudly opened its new state-of-the-art facility in May 2024—an expansive, 100,000 square foot space nearly twice the size of our original Tinton Falls location. This milestone marks the continuation of over 40 years of dedicated service to our community. Equipped with advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and PET scanning, the hospital features 12 surgical suites, a dedicated emergency department, expanded training facilities, and specialized spaces designed to support exceptional patient care.
Nearby Communities
RBVH attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Jersey Shore region, Central New Jersey, and the New York metropolitan area, including:
- Tinton Falls, NJ
- Middletown, NJ
- Holmdel, NJ
- Colts Neck, NJ
- Freehold, NJ
- Marlboro, NJ
- Howell, NJ
- Eatontown, NJ
- Long Branch, NJ
- Asbury Park, NJ
- Staten Island, NY
- Brooklyn, NY
- Bayonne, NJ
- Jersey City, NJ
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About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
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Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Salary : $27 - $38