Veterinary Technician, Training Lead ER & CC
CVT/RVT/LVT/VTS $38 - $47/hr. | +$5/hr. overnight & $2.50/hr. weekend differentials
Animal Emergency & Referral Associates| West Caldwell, NJ If you're passionate about developing others and advancing veterinary medicine, we want you at Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA). Join a collaborative team at one of the nation's leading specialty and emergency hospitals, where you'll help shape the next generation of veterinary professionals while making a lasting impact on patient care.
At Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA), we are proud to be a leader in emergency and specialty veterinary medicine, providing exceptional care to pets and peace of mind to their families. Our team of highly skilled veterinarians, technicians, and support professionals work collaboratively to deliver advanced medical care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment. With a commitment to innovation, clinical excellence, and continuous growth, AERA offers an exciting opportunity for veterinary professionals who are passionate about making a difference every day.
Compensation
- $38 - $47/hr. based on experience and credentialing
- We offer the highest industry-standard differentials for weekend and overnight shifts!
- $5/hr. overnight differentials (11:00pm – 7:00am)
- $2.50/hr. weekends
- These differentials are stackable!
Benefits Include:
- 401(k) with matching
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life and Disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program and Discounts (including Pet Discount)
- Professional development
- Uniform stipend
- Student Debt Assistance
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Recover Training and Certification for qualified staff
- Fear Free Training and Certification for qualified staff
- CE Reimbursement for qualified staff
- Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
Schedule
Job Description
The purpose of this position is to provide advanced clinical support, and technical development within the Nursing Department so we may continue to provide exceptional patient care. The ECC Training Lead serves as an experienced clinical resource for the nursing team by supporting training initiatives, staff development, and workflow efficiency while promoting professionalism, accountability, and a positive team culture.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate and promote a positive culture and encouraging work environment
- Assist with high-acuity hospitalized patient management and on the floor mentorship
- Advanced competency in anesthesia monitoring, ventilator management, blood transfusions, central line management, advanced catheter placement, and critical care monitoring
- Proactive support and follow through on training initiatives and projects delegated by nurse manager
- Participate in onboarding plans for new employees
- Assist with competency tracking and training progress documentation
- Coordinate and assist with hospital continuing education sessions and wetlabs
- Provide feedback to Nursing Leader Team on staff performance for evaluations
- Provide continuous feedback to staff- encouragement, reinforcement, and redirection
- Discourage negativity, gossip, and toxic behaviors
- Be an active representative and participant in events that contribute to marketing, the advancement of our hospital image, and growth
Qualifications
- Must be a CVT, RVT, LVT, VTS and preferably a minimum of 3 years mentorship experience
- Must be highly skilled and familiar with emergency medicine, specialty experience a plus
- Must be open to giving AND receiving feedback
- Capable of anticipating problems and proactively finding solutions
- Ability to react quickly and appropriately during emergency situations, and remain calm under pressure
- Excellent communication/people skills
- Tact and diplomacy in dealing with clients
- Ability to work with and without direct supervision
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
Why Choose AERA?
- Work alongside a compassionate and talented team dedicated to excellence in veterinary care.
- Make a meaningful impact by being an advocate for pets and their families.
- Enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment that keeps you engaged and challenged.
- Be part of a workplace that values your contributions and supports your growth.
- Ongoing opportunities for continued education such as lunch and learns hosted by various vendors and entities.
About AERA
At Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA), excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s who we are. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, AERA represents the gold standard in veterinary medicine and patient care. We are proud recipients of the 2024 Neighborhood Fave award, recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Animal Hospitals of 2025, and honored with the dvm360 Hospital Design Merit Award for our innovative, state-of-the-art facility. In addition, AERA has been recognized as a Distinguished Kindness Workplace, reflecting our deep commitment to a supportive, respectful, and people-first culture.
With comprehensive services including 24/7 emergency care, advanced anesthesia, diagnostics and radiology, internal medicine, orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery, and radiation oncology, AERA stands at the forefront of specialty and emergency veterinary medicine—where advanced clinical expertise meets genuine compassion for patients, clients, and each other.
Nearby Communities
AERA attracts Veterinary Technicians and Clinical Professionals from throughout Northern New Jersey and the New York metropolitan area, including:
- West Orange, NJ
- Livingston, NJ
- Montclair, NJ
- Verona, NJ
- Caldwell, NJ
- Roseland, NJ
- Cedar Grove, NJ
- Parsippany, NJ
- Morristown, NJ
- East Hanover, NJ
- Jersey City, NJ
- Hoboken, NJ
- Newark, NJ
- Staten Island, NY
- Manhattan, NY
- Brooklyn, NY
Know Someone Amazing?
If this role isn't the right fit but you know a great Veterinary Leader, send them our way!
Email [email protected]—you could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they're hired.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.