Emergency Veterinary Technician - Fast-Paced Care and Growth

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates; Hickorytown (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Assistance Program

Career growth & training opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) with strong employer match

Annual uniform allowance

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Emergency Technician to join our fast-paced emergency team in Plymouth Meeting, PA. You will triage, stabilize, and treat a variety of urgent cases, working closely with veterinarians and fellow technicians to deliver excellent patient care.

The role offers a full-time schedule with 4-10 hour shifts, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced emergency or ICU setting.
• Effective communication for clinicians and pet parents in urgent scenarios.
• Confidence in triage and rapid assessment to guide care.
• Ability to collaborate with veterinarians and technicians to implement treatment plans.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and staying current with emergency protocols.
• Fear Free Certification is valued for reducing stress in patients.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients by assessing medical needs and urgency.
• Provide immediate critical care—fluids, medications, and life-saving interventions.
• Collaborate with emergency veterinarians and technicians on treatment plans.
• Communicate compassionately with pet parents, providing updates and reassurance.
• Maintain a calm, organized workspace with rapid access to supplies.
• Participate in ongoing training and case discussions to stay current.

Skills

Emergency/ICU experience

Triage & rapid assessment

Communication with staff and clients

Collaboration

Continuous learning

Fear Free Certification

Job description

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Emergency Technician to join our fast-paced emergency team in Plymouth Meeting, PA. You will triage, stabilize, and treat a variety of urgent cases, working closely with veterinarians and fellow technicians to deliver excellent patient care.

The role offers a full-time schedule with 4-10 hour shifts, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development.