Due to our expansion, Meadowlands Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our skilled team in Hackensack, NJ, serving the Northern New Jersey communities.

MVH is an established, state of the art facility with a dynamic and rewarding culture and with a focus on employee wellness and growth. We are passionate about animal health and welfare and strive to provide gold standard care through client education. In order to maximize the potential and professional growth of our employees, MVH provides a supportive environment that focuses on kindness, respect, and a healthy work/life balance. Our environment is a culture of kindness and respect and a healthy work/life balance to maximize your potential and professional growth.

We are looking for an individual that is able to actively collaborate with our medical team but has the confidence to work independently as needed. The role is responsible for working collaboratively with our clinical staff and doctor as well as independently – it is a wonderful opportunity to use and expand your clinical skills and bodies of knowledge, in a face paced, established and modern practice that strives to provide top tier veterinary care to our patients.

What we offer:

• $23.00 - $28.00 an hour
• $2,000 Signing bonus based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Generous PTO
• Licensed Techs receive three paid CE days per year in addition to reimbursement of CE registration and travel stipend
• Discounted pet insurance through MetLife
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with a company match
• Wellness support from Health Advocate, Talkspace, One Medical, Teladoc and Kindbody
• AFLAC voluntary benefits
• Employee pet discounts
• Discounted childcare through Kindercare
• Scrub allowance
• No overnights or on-call coverage

As a member of the clinical team, in addition to traditional vet tech duties, you will be actively involved in:

• Client education and communication
• Detailed electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Diagnostics
• Reviewing medical records and lab work
• Calculating doses for both oral and injectable medications

What we need:

• 2 years of veterinary technician experience
• Previous surgical experience
• CVT/LVT/RVT preferred
• Exceptional communication skills (including spelling and grammar) – strong and respectful written and verbal communication skills for both clients and staff
• Adaptable – remain flexible while maintaining a positive attitude
• Highly organized with acute attention to detail
• Good time management and efficiency with ability to prioritize
• Reliable – good judgment with ability to work and learn independently, responsibly, and ethically
• Resourceful problem-solving skills with active recall
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast paced environment
• Dedicated to providing excellent service for every client and patient
• Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning
• A passion for and commitment to the welfare of animals

We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works at MVH, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You.