Experienced Veterinary Technician

Dr. Sam”s Veterinary House Calls; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet discounts

Job summary

Dr. Sam”s Veterinary House Calls is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician for a full-time role with in-clinic and traveling duties in Allentown, PA. The position focuses on anesthesia, patient care, and hands-on nursing across clinic visits and house calls.

The ideal candidate will monitor anesthesia, assist with surgeries, draw blood, maintain records, and communicate clearly with clients and teammates. Competitive pay and a supportive team are offered.

Qualifications

• Has strong anesthesia and surgical monitoring skills.
• Is confident with anesthetic protocols, induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery.
• Can recognize changes in a patient’s condition and respond quickly.
• Is comfortable placing IV catheters, drawing blood, administering medications, and monitoring patients.
• Has excellent technical, nursing, and patient-care skills.
• Works well independently and as part of a veterinary team.
• Is organized, dependable, calm under pressure, and detail-oriented.
• Has a positive attitude and genuinely cares about patients and their owners.
• Enjoys variety and assists veterinarians with in-clinic appointments and house calls.
• Has excellent communication and client-service skills.
• Maintains a clean, organized, safe, and efficient clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing exceptional nursing and patient care.
• Preparing patients for medical procedures and surgery.
• Monitoring anesthesia before, during, and after procedures.
• Assisting veterinarians with surgical and medical procedures; placing IV catheters and managing fluid therapy.
• Administering medications and treatments.
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic procedures.
• Monitoring patients throughout recovery.
• Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records.
• Preparing, cleaning, and maintaining surgical and anesthesia equipment.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Assisting our traveling veterinarian with house calls as needed.
• Building trusting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Providing clear and compassionate client education.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assisting

IV catheter placement

Patient care

Client communication

Medical records

House calls

Team collaboration

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician — Full-Time

Join Our In-House & Traveling Veterinary Team

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician who is confident in anesthesia, passionate about patient care, and ready to be an essential part of a growing veterinary team?

We are looking for askilled, compassionate, and motivated Full-Time Veterinary Technicianto join our team and work closely with ourin-house and traveling veterinarians.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys being hands-on, thinks independently, stays calm under pressure, and takes pride in providing exceptional care to every patient and client.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a Veterinary Technician who:

• Has stronganesthesia and surgical monitoring skills
• Is confident with anesthetic protocols, induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery
• Can recognize changes in a patient's condition and respond quickly and appropriately
• Is comfortable placing IV catheters, drawing blood, administering medications, and monitoring patients
• Has excellent technical, nursing, and patient-care skills
• Works well independently and as part of a veterinary team
• Is organized, dependable, calm under pressure, and detail-oriented
• Has a positive attitude and genuinely cares about patients and their owners
• Enjoys variety and is excited to assist veterinarians with bothin-clinic appointments and house calls
• Has excellent communication and client-service skills
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean, organized, safe, and efficient clinical environment

What You’ll Do

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing exceptional nursing and patient care
• Preparing patients for medical procedures and surgery
• Monitoring anesthesia before, during, and after procedures
• Assisting veterinarians with surgical and medical proceduresPlacing IV catheters and managing fluid therapy
• Administering medications and treatments
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic procedures
• Monitoring patients throughout recovery
• Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records
• Preparing, cleaning, and maintaining surgical and anesthesia equipment
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment
• Assisting our traveling veterinarian with house calls as needed
• Building trusting relationships with clients and their pets
• Providing clear and compassionate client education

Why Join Our Team?

We believe great veterinary medicine starts with a great team.

You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced veterinarians, expand your skills, and play an important role in delivering outstanding patient care.

No two days are exactly alike. From anesthesia and surgery to in-clinic appointments and traveling veterinary services, this position offersvariety, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real difference.

Ifanesthesia is one of your strengths, you take your work seriously, and you want to join a team that values your knowledge, skills, and dedication,we would love to meet you.

Position Details

Position:Full-Time Veterinary Technician
Schedule:4 days per week —No weekends!
Experience:Veterinary Technician experience required; strong anesthesia experience highly valued
Compensation:Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
Benefits:Competitive benefits package includingHealth, Dental, Vision, Pet Discounts, and more