Veterinary Assistant - Morristown, NJ

veritasvetpartners

191 E Hanover Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960 · 191 E Hanover Ave · NJ 07960

Posted Jul 31, 2026

Full-time
Technician/Assistant

Apply on company site

Job description

World Class Medicine.
Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

GSVS Morristown is excited to announce we are hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing outpatient surgery team! This is a great opportunity for veterinary assistants interested in surgical support, anesthesia, and hands-on patient care in a specialty setting.

Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM or 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM. Enjoy work-life balance with a consistent weekday schedule - no weekends required!

Located in northern New Jersey, approximately 25 miles west of New York City, GSVS has proudly served the community since 1994. We are committed to providing advanced veterinary care while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for our team members.

What You’ll Do

As a Veterinary Assistant on our Surgery & Anesthesia team, you will work closely with veterinarians and technicians to support surgical procedures and ensure exceptional patient care throughout the perioperative process.

Daily responsibilities may include:

Assisting technicians and doctors with surgical and anesthesia procedures
Preparing patients for surgery, including patient restraint and surgical prep
Monitoring and documenting patient vital signs
Assisting with anesthetic induction and recovery
Cleaning, preparing, and organizing surgical instruments and equipment
Maintaining cleanliness and sterility within the surgical suite
Obtaining and preparing samples for diagnostic testing
Assisting with radiographs and other diagnostics
Properly using and maintaining hospital equipment
Providing compassionate nursing support and patient care

As your skills grow and training progresses, you may also learn how to:

Perform medical math calculations
Assist with anesthesia monitoring
Administer medications
Place IV catheters and obtain blood samples
Provide advanced nursing care to surgical patients

About You

At least 1 year of veterinary experience preferred
Interest in surgery and anesthesia patient care
Ability to take direction and work in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to building long-term relationships with colleagues and clients
Honest, dependable, and eager to learn and grow within veterinary medicine

Salary: $17/hr to $24/hr depending on skills, experience, and credentials

GSVS is proud to offer the following benefits:

Competitive salary based on your level of experience
Health, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA option- some plans paid 100%
Maternity/Paternity leave
Retirement Plan – 401K with employer match
Licensing fees paid for credentialed technicians
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Time off
Mental health support with Talkspace
Uniforms provided Finish
Full Time and credentialed technicians eligible for Sign On Bonus
Pet discounts for medical care

If you are passionate about surgical and anesthesia nursing and are looking for an environment that values both high-quality medicine and work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you!

GSVS MORRISTOWN is located at 191 E Hanover Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960

If you are passionate about patient care and interested in developing your surgical and anesthesia skills in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

For CA applicants please visit our Privacy Policy