Veterinary Technician *Overnight* - Newton Veterinary Hospital - NJ
Veterinary Innovative Partners
·- Salary
- $24 – $26
- Location
- Newton Veterinary Hospital
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Associate
Description
Experienced Level III Veterinary Technician (Overnight Emergency)
Overnights | Newton Veterinary Hospital | Newton, NJ
Looking for an Overnight ER Team That Invests in You?
Newton Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Level III Veterinary Technician to join our overnight emergency team.
If you thrive in a fast-paced emergency environment, enjoy managing critical cases, and want to work alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team, we'd love to meet you. At Newton Veterinary Hospital, we know experienced technicians are the backbone of exceptional patient care. That's why we've created a career ladder that rewards your knowledge, supports your growth, and recognizes your expertise.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Career Growth That Doesn't Stop
Our Tiered Veterinary Technician Career Ladder gives you a clear roadmap for professional growth with transparent expectations and compensation.
Level I Veterinary Technician
- Novice • Intermediate • Advanced
- $24.00–$26.00/hour
Level II Veterinary Technician
- Novice • Intermediate • Advanced
- $27.00–$29.00/hour
Level III Veterinary Technician
- Novice • Intermediate • Advanced
- $30.00–$32.00/hour
Licensed New Jersey CVTs earn an additional 25% above the posted pay ranges.
Every technician receives:
- Personalized mentorship
- Regular career development meetings
- Individual growth plans
- Clear advancement opportunities
- Transparent wage progression
About Newton Veterinary Hospital
Since 2001, Newton Veterinary Hospital has provided exceptional emergency and general practice medicine to pets throughout northern New Jersey. Our hospital combines the excitement of a 24/7 emergency referral center with the continuity of general practice, allowing technicians to build skills across emergency medicine, surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, and critical care. You'll work alongside a supportive team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and quality medicine.
Our equipment includes:
- Digital Radiography
- Digital Dental Radiography
- In-House Laboratory
- Ultrasound
- LigaSure
- Advanced Monitoring Equipment
What You'll Do
As an experienced overnight technician, you'll play a critical role caring for emergency and hospitalized patients.
Responsibilities include:
- Triage and assess emergency patients
- Monitor hospitalized and critical care patients
- Administer medications and treatments
- Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Monitor anesthesia during surgical and dental procedures
- Assist with emergency surgeries and procedures
- Provide exceptional nursing care
- Perform laboratory diagnostics and imaging
- Communicate with doctors and pet owners regarding patient care
- Maintain accurate medical records
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Has previous emergency, specialty, or advanced general practice experience
- Is confident working independently while collaborating with a team
- Enjoys fast-paced, hands-on medicine
- Has excellent technical and nursing skills
- Communicates professionally with teammates and clients
- Is passionate about patient care and continuous learning
Preferred Qualifications
- New Jersey Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
- Associate degree in Veterinary Technology
- Previous emergency or specialty hospital experience
Compensation
$24.00–$32.00/hour
Compensation is based on experience, technical skillset, and technician level.
Licensed New Jersey CVTs earn 25% above the posted wage ranges.
Overnight shift differential applied to hours worked between 12:00am and 7:00am
Benefits
Time Off
- Four weeks of PTO
- Two floating holidays
Health & Wellness
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Employer-paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development
- Continuing Education
- Tuition assistance
- $150 annual uniform allowance
Additional Perks
- 401(k)
- Discounted pet care
- Industry-leading parental leave
Why Newton?
At Newton Veterinary Hospital, you'll find more than just another overnight ER position—you'll find a team that values your expertise, invests in your professional growth, and supports you every step of your career. If you're passionate about emergency medicine and ready to grow with a hospital that recognizes your contributions, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us continue providing exceptional care when pets need us most.
Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care.
Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment
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