Certified Veterinary Technician

Newberlinvet; Boiling Springs (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal hospital in Boiling Springs, PA, is looking for a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a supportive environment focused on professional development and low-stress pet handling. With responsibilities including patient care, anesthesia, and client education, this role offers a rewarding career in veterinary medicine within a well-established practice.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Continuing education stipend

Pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician needed for busy practice.
• Must have proficiency in medical care and client communication.
• Experience with a variety of species preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and perform diagnostics & monitoring.
• Assist in anesthesia and surgery, including patient recovery.
• Client communication and education responsibilities.

Skills

Technical skills including surgery and anesthesia

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Comfort with a variety of species

Passion for learning

Tools

Cornerstone Practice Management Software

Idexx In-House Lab Equipment

Job description

Overview

Boiling Springs Animal Hospital - Full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician

Location: 550 Park Dr, Boiling Springs, PA 17007 bsahvets2.com

Boiling Springs Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicianto join our busy, 4-doctor AAHA-accredited practice. Our hospital combines top-tier medicine with a strong emphasis on team longevity, low-stress handling, and professional development.

Hospital Hours

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Tuesday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM(Full-time schedule to be discussed during interview.)

Compensation

• $21 - $25 per hour (based on experience)

Why Join Us?

• AAHA Accredited since 1991

• Long-standing, loyal staff and clients

• Encouraging, growth-focused environment

• Strong commitment to continuing education and new technologies

• Supportive team culture with collaborative leadership

️ Tools & Technology

• Cornerstone Practice Management Software

• Idexx In-House Lab Equipment

Services & Specialties

• General Medicine for dogs, cats, and pocket pets

• Exotics experience – including chickens, ducks, pot-bellied pigs, and ferrets

• Reproductive Services

• Echocardiograms

• Diagnostic Ultrasound

• Low-Stress Handling techniques used throughout the hospital

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone with:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Proficiency in technical skills including surgery and anesthesia

• A passion for learning and professional growth

• Comfort with a variety of species and an interest in unique cases

If you're excited to work with a fun, skilled, and long-tenured team in a hospital that values education and diverse cases, we want to hear from you!

We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time team member:

Paid Time Off & Holidays

• PTO increases with years of service
• 48 hours of flexible holiday pay (6 recognized holidays)
• Annual performance review with wage evaluation

Bonuses & Retirement

• Dream Fund: Annual bonus potential
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match starting Day 1

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA & HSA options
• Maternity leave
• Health Advocate – Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
• Free mental health support: 5 in-person counseling sessions per issue
• 24/7 access to experts
• Help with anxiety, family issues, grief, legal/financial advice & more

Optional Insurances

• Life & AD&D
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

Professional Perks

• Uniform allowance
• CE Benefits for Credentialed Techs:
• $500 CE stipend + 24 paid CE hours/year
• Access to RACE-approved CE platform
• Internal rewards program — earn points, redeem gift cards
• Pet care discounts
• Externship opportunities for vet tech and vet students

Responsibilities

Major Duties:

• Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
• Anesthesia/Surgery – Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
• Dentistry- Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery.
• Radiology - Our Veterinary Technician's position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
• Laboratory duties- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, Urines, Ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor.
• Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools
• Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients.
• Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at home care procedures.
• Veterinary Technician appointments- blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT.
• Clinic technician- assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam room, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, input data into patient medical record, ensure a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge.
• Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed- answering phones, booking appointments, admit/discharge patients.
• Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
• Assist with inventory control – informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies.
• Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• The veterinary technician must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
• The veterinary technician must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The veterinary technician must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
• The veterinary technician must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The veterinary technician will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The veterinary technician must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.