Veterinary Technician - Plainfield Animal Hospital

Veterinary Technician - Plainfield Animal Hospital

Pet Vet Care Centers' Plainfield Animal Hospital is currently seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team!

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Join our team as a Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Plainfield Animal Hospital in South Plainfield, New Jersey has been a cornerstone of South Plainfield's veterinary community since 1952, building seven decades of trust through a consistent commitment to quality, professional care with a compassionate, communicative approach. Open 7 days a week, the hospital offers a broad range of services for cats, dogs, avians, and exotic pets — from wellness and dental care to cold laser therapy and surgery — all supported by a team driven by continuing education and a genuine passion for expanding their clinical capabilities.

• We are a full-service general practice providing a wide range of medical and surgical services. We are excited to be expanding our team with the addition of an exotic veterinarian, allowing us to begin seeing a variety of exotic species more regularly alongside our canine and feline patients.
• Our hospital focuses on high-quality medicine, strong technician utilization, and collaborative patient care. Technicians are actively involved in treatments, diagnostics, and patient support, with opportunities to continue building and refining their skillsets.
• We are committed to creating a low-stress, patient-focused environment. Our team prioritizes communication, efficiency, and a supportive culture where staff feel comfortable asking questions and continuing to grow.
• We see a diverse caseload including wellness, sick visits, surgery, and preventative care, providing a well-rounded experience for technicians looking to expand their knowledge and confidence in a fast-paced but team-oriented setting.

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure…