Certified Veterinary Technician

About the role

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

About the role

Location: Pups at Play - Livingston, NJ

Wage Range

$22.00 - $30.00 /hr.

$1,000 Sign on Bonus!

Veterinary Technician Certification required.

Practice at the TOP of Your License | Transparent Pay | Career Ladder

Are you tired of being underutilized? Our community-minded small animal practice believes credentialed technicians are the clinical drivers of patient care, and we back that belief with transparent pay, structured growth, and a genuine investment in your well-being. Come join a team where your credentials are a launchpad, not a ceiling!

Why Technicians Thrive Here - Our Investment in You $1,500 Annual CE Allowance + 16 hours of CE PTO

• 3 weeks PTO
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match

Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends

Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases

24/7 Mental Health Support via Telemedicine

Fear Free focused environment (training and certification supported)

Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access care

Pups at Play - A Look Inside

Pups at Play is a warm, tight-knit practice where every team member truly matters. We're looking for a compassionate, motivated Certified Veterinary Technician who wants to be part of a supportive environment that values high-quality care, collaboration, and genuine community connection. Our clinic is deeply rooted in the Livingston community, and we're proud of the relationships we build with both clients and local partners.

We are dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness. Pups at Play is equipped for excellence. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as in house ultrasound.

Your Role - Clinical Driver & Leader

As a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), you will be encouraged to work at the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader, ensuring medical excellence with a patient-first mindset. We follow AAHA utilization guidance consistently.

You will primarily utilize your skills in

• Anesthesia & Analgesia: Full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.
• Dentistry: Full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy (per DVM direction).
• Diagnostics: High-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.
• Nursing & Triage: Critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.
• Workflow Leadership: Leading tech appointments, team huddles, and mentoring assistants/externs.

Growth & Schedule

• Growth Paths: Your career interests guide your path! Perks include paid precepting, skill checkoffs tied to ladder milestones, and leadership training. We build you a ladder, not a ceiling.
• Schedule: Full-time with flexible scheduling options (choose 4 ten-hour or 5 eight-hour shifts) and a predictable weekend rotation.
• Tools: Modern equipment including digital DR, dental radiography, in-house lab, infusion pumps, and multi-parameter monitors.

Ready to grow with a team that truly uses and values credentialed technicians? Apply with us today!!

• At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity.
• Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team.
• So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion.
• Ready to join our pack?