Jobs · Healthcare · Pennsylvania

Experienced or Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Vetcor · Wexford, PA · 2 days ago
HealthcareFull-time

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Schedule: 3 - 4 days per week with rotating Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

  • Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
  • Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts
  • Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance
  • Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

  • Join an established four-doctor small animal practice
  • Work with a team committed to high-quality veterinary medicine
  • Enjoy a 3- or 4-day workweek
  • No holiday shifts
  • Rotating Saturday shifts
  • Build meaningful relationships with pets and their families
  • Work in a hospital that values strong client service and communication
  • Use and expand a broad range of veterinary technical skills
  • Gain hands-on experience with diagnostics, surgery, anesthesia, and nursing care
  • Work with IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment
  • Practice Fear Free and low-stress patient handling techniques
  • Receive support for continuing education and professional development
  • Be part of a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

  • Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care from patient intake through discharge
  • Absorb and assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
  • Obtain patient histories and accurately document vital signs and medical information
  • Practice Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques to promote patient comfort and safety
  • Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, phlebotomy, and diagnostic sample collection
  • Absorb and assist with laboratory procedures and operate IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment
  • Obtain diagnostic radiographs
  • Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for procedures
  • Absorb and assist with anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and recovery
  • Provide patient monitoring and supportive care, including TPRs, pain scoring, and wound care
  • Absorb and assist with administering medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
  • Educate clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive healthcare
  • Maintain accurate and thorough patient medical records
  • Keep treatment areas clean, organized, stocked, and ready for the day
  • Collaborate with veterinarians and teammates to maintain an efficient workflow and positive hospital culture

What You’ll Bring

  • Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred
  • Experienced Veterinary Technician candidates are also encouraged to apply
  • Confidence with safe and compassionate patient handling and restraint
  • Strong foundational veterinary technician skills
  • Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, phlebotomy, and sample collection
  • Knowledge of laboratory procedures and diagnostic testing
  • Experience with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
  • Knowledge of preventive healthcare and vaccines
  • Comfort working with IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment
  • Ability to provide attentive nursing care and recognize changes in patient status
  • Strong client communication and education skills
  • Accurate and thorough medical recordkeeping
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment
  • A positive, self-motivated, and collaborative approach
  • Commitment to teamwork and high-quality patient care
  • A desire to continue learning and developing professionally
  • A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and helping pets and their families

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