Daytime Emergency Veterinary Technician

Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match 4%

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Mental health resources

Bonding leave

Pet care discounts

Diagnostics discounts

Nutrition discounts

Pet insurance partner rates

Job summary

Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center, based in Allentown, seeks a daytime CVT/LVT/RVT to support a fast-paced emergency department and critically ill patients 24/7. The role emphasizes teamwork, high-pressure care, and a commitment to patient advocacy.

The hospital offers competitive pay from $26/hour with weekend differential, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuing education as the department expands to meet growing needs.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT credential required.
• Emergency or specialty experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess emergency patients upon presentation.
• Obtain patient histories and perform nursing assessments.
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters.
• Collect and process laboratory samples.
• Administer medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed.
• Monitor hospitalized and critical care patients.
• Assist with emergency procedures and stabilization efforts.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and recovery when needed.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records.
• Provide compassionate communication and support to clients during stressful situations.
• Collaborate with emergency and specialty teams to deliver exceptional patient care.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT credential

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Lab equipment

Medical records systems

Job description

Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center was founded on the belief that pets of the Lehigh Valley deserve access to advanced veterinary care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. What started as a commitment to emergency medicine has grown into a collaborative specialty hospital where doctors, technicians, assistants, and client care teams work together to support patients with complex medical needs.

As we continue to grow, our Emergency Department is expanding. We are looking for an Daytime Certified Veterinary Technician(CVT/LVT/RVT) who thrives in a fast-paced, highly skilled environment and enjoys the challenge of emergency medicine. This position is ideal for a technician who excels under pressure, values teamwork, and is passionate about providing exceptional care to critically ill and injured patients when they need it most.

What You'll Do

• Triage and assess emergency patients upon presentation
• Obtain patient histories and perform nursing assessments
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters
• Collect and process laboratory samples
• Administer medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed
• Monitor hospitalized and critical care patients
• Assist with emergency procedures and stabilization efforts
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and recovery when needed
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
• Provide compassionate communication and support to clients during stressful situations
• Collaborate with emergency and specialty teams to deliver exceptional patient care

What We're Looking For

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT)
• Previous emergency and/or specialty experience preferred
• Strong technical nursing skills and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to remain calm and organized in high-pressure situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient advocacy and exceptional client service
• Passion for continuous learning and professional development

Pay Rate: Starting at $26/hour plus shift differential for weekends

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) witha totalcompany matchup to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support
• Mental Health Resources
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave

Perks for Your Pets Too!
Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them:

• Pet Care:Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Diagnostics:Savings on reference lab testing
• Nutrition:Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Insurance:Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

Rarebreed Veterinary Partnersis a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that’s hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose – down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We’re hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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