Veterinary Technician *Overnight* - Newton Veterinary Hospital - NJ

Experienced Level III Veterinary Technician (Overnight Emergency)

Overnights | Newton Veterinary Hospital | Newton, NJ

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.

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

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
• Liga Sure
• Advanced Monitoring Equipment

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

• Has previous emergency, specialty, or advanced general practice experience
• Is confident working independently while collaborating with a team
• Enjoys fast‑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

$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

• Four weeks of PTO
• Two floating holidays

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer‑paid Life Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability
• Long‑Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

• Continuing Education
• Tuition assistance
• $150 annual uniform allowance

• 401(k)
• Discounted pet care
• Industry‑leading parental leave

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.

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