Veterinary Technician Jobs in Cream Ridge, NJ

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Veterinary Technician Supervisor

  • Toms River, NJ (20 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Toms River, NJ (20 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Physical examinations and patient assessment Anesthesia monitoring Surgical preparation and assisting Dentistry Radiology Laboratory...

Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Clean and maintain equipment following procedure. + Discharge IM patients from the hospital, including basic client education such as insulin injection, SQ fluid, and feeding tube demonstrations. +...

Veterinary Technician - Surgery

  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

As a Surgery Veterinary Technician, you will: Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values....

Animal Care Specialist

  • Bensalem, PA (23 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (23 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview As an Operations Specialist in Animal Care, your role will be to ensure that proper animal care and husbandry is being provided for all companion animals and aquatic life in the Pet...

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

  • Toms River, NJ (20 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (20 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: + Physical examinations and patient assessment + Anesthesia monitoring + Surgical preparation and assisting + Dentistry + Radiology...

Aquarium / Fish Tank Maintenance Technician

  • Lakewood, NJ (15 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ (15 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Team as an Aquarium Technician Love aquariums? Aqua Creations is hiring a passionate and skilled Aquarium Technician to help maintain stunning aquatic environments. What Were Looking For:...

Rodent Breeding Technician Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

LAR Animal Care Technicians are considered essential services staff....

Emergency Veterinary Technician - Mid Shift

  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

**As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will:** + Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment. + Triage emergency cases as they arrive at the hospital...

Emergency Veterinary Technician Manager

  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

As a Veterinary Technician Manager, you will Demonstrate highly advanced proficiency as a Veterinary Technician or Advanced Patient Care Associate within their appropriate department and maintains all...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Marlboro, NJ (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Marlboro, NJ (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners....

Veterinary Technician

  • Toms River, NJ (20 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (20 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Physical examinations and patient assessment Anesthesia monitoring Surgical preparation and assisting Dentistry Radiology Laboratory...

Veterinary Technician - Critical Care

  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Levittown, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

BluePearl** **Pet Hospital in Levittown, PA is hiring a** **Critical Care** **Veterinary Technician!** **If you have an interest in Extracorporeal Therapies apply today!...

NHP Veterinary and Care Technician

  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (19 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Certification as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) preferred....

Veterinary Technician Specialist - Anesthesia & Analgesia

  • Langhorne, PA (21 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (21 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

BluePearl Pet Hospital** **is hiring an Anesthesia Veterinary Technician!** + Are you a passionate technician looking to improve your skills in the veterinary field?...

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

  • Fairless Hills, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (17 miles from Cream Ridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

#registered vet technician (RVT) #licensed veterinary technician (LVT) #certified veterinary technician (CVT) #LI-AV1...

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Cream Ridge, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Cream Ridge, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Cream Ridge, NJ
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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