ER Veterinary Technician — Night Shift with Sign-On Bonus

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with match

Generous PTO + CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Pet care discounts

Paid volunteer time

Uniform allowance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Emergency Technician to join our 24/7 ER team. This full-time role offers a sign-on bonus ($5,000) and a retention bonus ($2,000 after 1 year).

Schedule includes night shifts Sunday-Wednesday, starting pay $21–$26/hr plus $4 shift differential. We provide medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO and CE allowance, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, pet care discounts,

Qualifications

• ER or ICU experience; calm and efficient under pressure.
• Strong clinical skills: IV placement, venipuncture, lab processing, anesthesia.
• A collaborative mindset and passion for learning.

Responsibilities

• Triage and treat emergency patients: fluids, meds, and life‑saving interventions
• Partner with ER vets on treatment plans for acute, complex cases
• Support pet parents with clear, compassionate communication
• Keep the workspace ready for fast action

Skills

ER/ICU experience

Calm under pressure

IV placement

Venipuncture

Lab processing

Anesthesia

Team collaboration

Tools

IV placement

Venipuncture

Lab processing

Anesthesia administration

Job description

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Emergency Technician to join our 24/7 ER team. This full-time role offers a sign-on bonus ($5,000) and a retention bonus ($2,000 after 1 year).

Schedule includes night shifts Sunday-Wednesday, starting pay $21–$26/hr plus $4 shift differential. We provide medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO and CE allowance, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, pet care discounts,