ER Veterinary Triage Technician – Sign-On Bonus

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Education Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Pet care discount

Job summary

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) is seeking a Veterinary Triage Technician to be the initial point of contact for incoming emergency patients. This role prioritizes timely, accurate, and compassionate care in a fast-paced ED setting.

You will perform hands-on medical tasks, assist the ER team, and communicate with pet owners and staff to guide patients through critical care journeys. This is a full-time position based in our Montgomery County hospital.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience in veterinary medicine, preferably in emergency or specialty care.
• Broad knowledge of basic small animal medicine (pharmacology, proper restraint/handling, venipuncture, laboratory testing)
• Attention to detail and a calm demeanor
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on medical care to emergency patients on arrival.
• Assess urgency and prioritize patient care based on condition severity.
• Support ER team with treatments, diagnostics, and continuous patient monitoring.
• Assist in emergency procedures, exams, and resuscitations.
• Perform venipuncture, labs, catheter placement, medications, and vital signs.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners and internal teams.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Emergency care

Pharmacology

Restraint/handling

Job description

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) is seeking a Veterinary Triage Technician to be the initial point of contact for incoming emergency patients. This role prioritizes timely, accurate, and compassionate care in a fast-paced ED setting.

You will perform hands-on medical tasks, assist the ER team, and communicate with pet owners and staff to guide patients through critical care journeys. This is a full-time position based in our Montgomery County hospital.