Karen Critchley-Capone

CVPM, CVT

Executive Administrator


Karen joined Oradell Animal Hospital in 2003, after graduating from Bergen Community College’s Veterinary Technician Program, with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science. Karen began her career as a veterinary assistant, quickly advancing to a Certified Technician. Within 3 years Karen became a supervisor, and then the Patient Services Manager to which she held this title for the next 12 years.

In 2019, Karen joined the Administration Team as Associate Director of Oradell Animal Hospital. Karen has a multifaceted job working with team members to ensure the mission statement and core values of Oradell Animal Hospital are achieved. Karen is a Board Member of the New Jersey Veterinary Hospital Manager Association, an active member of VHMA, NJVTA and NVTA. She is also the co-founder of the North Jersey Veterinary Technician Conference and also received her Certified Veterinary Practice Manager credential in January of 2020.