Veterinary Assistant/Technician

About us

Do you thrive in an environment of high quality service and_ compassionate_ team members? Are you ready to fulfill your_ passions_ and_ love going into work_? If you answered yes to these questions, then let me tell you about Prospect Ridge Veterinary Hospital and why this is the place for you...

We strive to treat every pet that walks through our doors as if they are a member of our own family, going above and beyond to ensure they can have a long and happy life. Our family-like approach reaches beyond furry companions!

Our team and our clients experience a warm and engaging environment that is conducive to empathy and compassion. At Prospect Ridge, we see value in creating a true win-win relationship with our team. Through training , we invest in you to help you become the master of your skillset and feel fulfilled in your field. The amazing connection to your team, patients and clients, is just a bonus..and we have not even mentioned our competitive wages.

Prospect Ridge Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Technician!

Position Summary:

Prospect Ridge Veterinary Hospital has been providing care to the pets of West Orange and surrounding areas since 1992. A full service practice, we offer general medicine, dentistry, surgery, in-house labs, digital radiology, care of exotics, therapeutic laser and more! The Veterinary Assistant and Technicians are the key to providing high quality care to our patients and support to each other and our Doctors. The right individuals to join our team would be outgoing and self motivated regarding the care of our patients, while being an effective communicator with the team and for our clients. The ability to lift 40lbs unassisted is required.

Still unsure? Of course you're not. You are ready to make a change, take the leap, and emBARK (see what I did there?) on a new journey with Prospect Ridge Veterinary Hospital.
Reach out today and tell us you are ready to join our team and show off your talents.

We can't wait to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in examining and treating animals, ensuring proper animal handling and restraint techniques are utilized.
• Administer medications and vaccinations as directed, while maintaining accurate records of treatments.
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring a sterile environment.
• Provide compassionate care to pets and their owners, demonstrating strong communication skills to explain procedures and answer questions.
• Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting any changes to the veterinary team promptly.

Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• West Orange, NJ 07052 (Required)

Work Location: In person