Mount Laurel Animal Hospital·Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey
The Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician will perform advanced nursing care for critically ill patients and assist in emergency surgeries. This role involves monitoring patient vitals, administering medications, and providing effective communication with clients.
About the Job
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is now hiring Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technicians of all experience levels and across all shifts to support our growing ECC service and newly expanded patient care areas, including ICU, wards, and isolation.This is an exciting opportunity to work in a new, state-of-the-art patient care space equipped with advanced technology, modern treatment areas, and the support of several boarded criticalists. Whether you are a credentialed veterinary technician, working toward your CVT, or looking to grow into a higher-level ECC role,
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital offers the environment, mentorship, caseload, and clinical support to help you advance your career.At Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, our technicians are essential members of the patient care team. We are looking for individuals who bring strong technical ability, sound judgment, attention to detail, compassion, and a genuine commitment to patient safety, teamwork, and high-quality emergency and critical care medicine.
This role is responsible for providing hands-on nursing care to emergency, hospitalized, and critically ill patients. This role works closely with emergency doctors, boarded criticalists, specialists, and nursing leadership to ensure patients receive timely, compassionate, and medically appropriate care throughout every stage of hospitalization.Technicians in this role may assist with emergency triage, patient stabilization, advanced nursing care, ICU monitoring, treatments, diagnostics, procedures, anesthesia support, client communication, and detailed medical documentation. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced clinical environment, values collaboration, and wants to continue building advanced ECC nursing skills.
A day at Mount Laurel Animal Hospital starts before you even walk through the doors. As you drive onto our beautiful working farm campus, you are greeted by some of the animals that make our hospital such a unique place to work including longhorns, emus, goats, pigs, and geese are all part of the experience. It is not your average trip into work, and that is just the beginning.
No problem.
Our team enjoys access to a fully stocked breakfast bar along with free snacks available on site for staff, helping you start the day fueled and ready.
Once your shift begins, you will step into a fast-paced, team-centered hospital environment where your skills truly matter.
A typical day may include receiving hospitalized patients, reviewing treatment plans, assisting with emergency triage, monitoring critical cases, administering medications, performing diagnostics, supporting procedures, and communicating closely with doctors and team members to ensure continuity of care.
Throughout the day, you may place or maintain IV catheters, monitor patients on CRIs, assist with transfusions, collect and process lab samples, perform nursing assessments, support CPCR efforts, prepare patients for emergency procedures, and provide detailed handoffs to ensure every patient receives consistent care from shift to shift.This role is ideal for a technician who thrives on precision, values teamwork, and takes pride in advocating for patients at every stage of care. At Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, you get the opportunity to do meaningful, high-level work in a setting that is dynamic, supportive, and uniquely special.
Expectations of Conduct
All of our staff is expected to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and accountability in all aspects of the role. Candidates should communicate clearly and respectfully, follow hospital policies and medical protocols consistently, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute positively to team culture. A willingness to learn, accept feedback, and support shared hospital goals is essential.
Empowerment, Empathy, Professionalism, Integrity, and Collaboration. We are looking for team members who embody these values each day through compassionate patient care, respectful communication, accountability, and a strong commitment to supporting both their coworkers and the hospital as a whole.
Why Choose Mount Laurel Animal Hospital?
At Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work has a direct impact on patient care. We are committed to high-quality medicine, strong nursing support, and continued professional development. If you are looking for a hospital where you can continue to build your knowledge and be part of a dedicated, team-centered environment, we encourage you to apply.
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is a fast-growing, privately owned hospital that values professional development and a strong work-life balance. Our team includes over 400 highly trained support staff, including Veterinary Technician Specialists in multiple fields. We offer a collaborative environment supported by leading-edge technology, including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and more. Located just outside Philadelphia and within driving distance of NYC and the Jersey Shore, we’re ideally situated for both career and lifestyle.
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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and maintains a respectful, inclusive environment. Discrimination of any kind is strictly prohibited, and our policies apply to all aspects of employment.
If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know in the “Want to tell us anything” section of the application. All accommodation requests are confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring experience.
Please note final compensation is influenced by industry experience, schedule, credentials, skills, and applicants’ abilities.
Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in advanced inpatient or emergency care and preferably hold a CVT or VTS (ECC) certification. Strong critical thinking, multitasking abilities, and excellent communication skills are essential.
Market context
New Jersey nursing jobs typically see steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, with new graduate nurses often eligible to apply. Competition can be strong because employers look for accredited nursing education, licensure readiness, and flexibility around shifts, while benefits such as tuition reimbursement, sign-on bonuses, and retirement plans can make offers more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and highlight any clinical rotations or patient-care experience in your application.
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