Certified Veterinary Technician

Mission Pet Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet care discounts

Teladoc 24/7 access to doctors

401k retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Educational assistance

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician for Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care in Pittsburgh, PA. Join a network-backed practice offering advanced emergency and preventative care with access to robust consultations and a collaborative culture.

You will triage, monitor anesthesia, assist in critical care, and provide owner education in a high‑volume environment. AVMA‑accredited program graduate with state license is required; 1 year of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program and a current state license in good standing.
• Proficiency in emergency procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle animals of all temperaments.
• One year of experience in a veterinary setting is preferred; urgent care or emergency experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Be a Lifeline for Patients in Crisis: frontline triage, stabilization, monitor patients under vet supervision.
• Provide Clarity in Critical Moments: explain treatments, review discharge instructions, reassure pet owners.
• Lead and Elevate Your Team: support colleagues, maintain workflow in a fast-paced setting.
• Ensure Seamless Care: accurate documentation for patient handoffs and case management.

Skills

Emergency procedures

Anesthesia monitoring

Critical care nursing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Animal handling

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program

State veterinary technician license (good standing)

Job description

Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care in Pittsburgh, PA, is founded on the core belief that accessible, compassionate veterinary medicine is essential. Our team successfully blends walk-in urgent care with necessary wellness and preventative services, creating a diverse and dynamic medical environment. This commitment to superior patient care is reflected in our excellent 4.6-star Google rating, showing the strong trust we have earned within the local community. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can practice a broad range of medicine and make a measurable, immediate impact on patient outcomes, this location provides the ideal environment for you to do your best work. Joining Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care means becoming part of a larger, supportive network dedicated to helping every teammate succeed. We believe in actively investing in your professional growth, whether your goal is to become a credentialed technician, advance into leadership, or deepen your clinical specialty skills. You will benefit from access to robust internal specialty consultations and resources designed to enhance your diagnostic and treatment capabilities across all levels of care. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, positive culture, ensuring that every teammate feels supported in achieving their unique career goals. The quality of medicine practiced here is high-level, encompassing emergency procedures, preventative care, and advanced surgical procedures. We manage a complex caseload that balances routine wellness visits with walk-in urgent care needs, offering you a challenging and rewarding clinical environment every day. Furthermore, we are dedicated to comprehensive and integrative treatment plans for our patients. Our team includes a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, allowing you to provide truly integrative options for pet owners beyond standard emergency and surgical procedures. You will have access to the necessary tools and support to utilize testing and diagnostics fully. Located in Pittsburgh, PA, Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care serves a large, diverse population across the surrounding metropolitan and suburban communities. By establishing roots here, you will be practicing in a city known for its vibrant energy and strong community feel. If you enjoy a practice setting where you can immediately build relationships with pet owners while providing high-quality, essential emergency services, Pittsburgh offers a unique blend of major-city resources and supportive neighborhood culture.

Your Impact as an Urgent Care Credentialed Veterinary Technician

• Be a Lifeline for Patients in Crisis: You'll be on the front lines, utilizing your full skillset in triage, stabilization, patient monitoring, and critical care under veterinarian supervision.
• Provide Clarity in Critical Moments: You'll be a vital and calming link for pet owners, clearly explaining treatments, reviewing discharge instructions, and providing reassurance during stressful times.
• Lead and Elevate Your Team: In a fast-paced setting, you'll guide and support your colleagues, ensuring a smooth workflow and fostering a focused, collaborative atmosphere.
• Ensure Seamless Care: Your clear and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced environment will be crucial for patient handoffs, case management, and effective team communication.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A calm, efficient, and decisive approach, especially during medical emergencies.
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program and a current state license in good standing.
• Proficiency in a range of technical skills, with a strong aptitude for emergency procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care nursing.
• Confidence in handling animals of all temperaments and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively under pressure.
• One year of experience in a veterinary setting is preferred; urgent care or emergency experience is a plus!

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

• A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

• We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

• Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

• We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

• Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world‑class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper‑local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award‑winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian‑led, people‑focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace", ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations:

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EEO Statement:

Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.