Certified Veterinary Technician
Western Veterinary Partners · Philadelphia, PA · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$23–$30/hrPart-time
Responsibilities
- Splitting time between exam room, outpatient, and surgical caseload support
- Performing radiology, phlebotomy, SQ injections, and laboratory sample collection
- Assisting with surgical setup and patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery
- Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- BUILDING STRONG CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH EDUCATION, COMMUNICATION, AND ATTENTIVE SERVICE
Requirements
1+ years of veterinary technician experience is required
Active, good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license in Pennsylvania required
Recent graduates pending VTNE testing, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
Proficiency in the following skills:
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Surgical setup and assisting
- Phlebotomy and SQ injections
- Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
- Inpatient care and monitoring
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint
- Accurate medical record documentation
- Client education and communication
- Able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 1+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active, good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license in Pennsylvania
- Recent graduates pending VTNE testing, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Surgical setup and assisting
- Phlebotomy and SQ injections
- Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
- Inpatient care and monitoring
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint
- Accurate medical record documentation
- Client education and communication
- Able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning
Pay
Compensation: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour, for each hour worked
Schedule
Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a 4 x 10 schedule, Monday-Friday. No weekends and no on-call requirements.
Benefits
Full-time Benefits Package:
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Pennsylvania
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Uniform allowance