Licensed Veterinary Technician

Milford, PA; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Paid vacation and sick days

401(k) with match

Continuing education support

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Milford Animal Hospital in Milford, PA is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our multi-doctor team. You will provide vital support to veterinarians, run in-house lab tests, monitor critically ill patients, and help coordinate around-the-clock care with a collaborative team.

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, paid vacation and sick days, 401(k) with match, continuing education support, and flexible scheduling to help you achieve work-life balance while growing

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in patient care, medication dispensing and rooming appointments.
• Strong technical skills including IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring and blood drawing.
• Interest in surgery a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital support to veterinarians for patient care.
• Run in-house laboratory tests.
• Monitor critically ill or injured patients closely.
• Collaborate with the team for around-the-clock care and treatment coordination.
• Offer compassionate care to patients and owners.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Maintain stock of medications and supplies.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures such as bloodwork and imaging.

Skills

LVT

Anesthesia monitoring

IV catheter placement

Blood drawing

Medical math

Client communications

Tools

In-house laboratory testing

Imaging

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/Vet Assistant)

Milford Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our team in Milford, PA

Milford Animal Hospital is currently seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join a multi-doctor hospital with an experienced team member base in a well-established hospital! We are located in Northeastern Pennsylvania, 1.5 hours from NYC. Flexible scheduling, the owner’s willingness to foster growth and encourage the pursuit of areas of interest make this a great opportunity for all Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT).

Join our team for exceptional mentorship/collaboration and exciting opportunities to offer high-quality customer service while also feeling supported to set boundaries that work for you to enjoy your well- deserved time off.

What we offer

• Compensation is highly competitive and based on experience and clinical skill set.
• Strong benefits package offered.
• Paid vacation and sick days Medical/dental/vision benefits.
• 401(k) with match
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• We can cover eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework.
• We’re open to non-traditional scheduling – think about what your desired schedule would be and let’s talk!

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing vital support to our veterinarians in ensuring the utmost care for our patients
• Run in-house laboratory testing.
• Monitor critically ill or injured patients closely.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure around-the-clock care and treatment coordination.
• Offer compassionate care and support to patients and their owners.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Maintain stock of all medications in use within the hospital and dispensed by the practice.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures such as bloodwork and imaging.
  • Obtain samples for testing. i.e. Blood, urine, feces
• Perform external cardiac resuscitative efforts.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Monitor and maintain medical equipment and tools.
• Communicate with pet owners regarding patient updates and treatment plans.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and provide care as needed.
• Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations.
• Apply bandages.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with minimum 1 to 3 years of experience who is well-versed in patient care, medication dispensing, and rooming appointments. Strong technical skills, including IV catheter placement, intubation, anesthesia monitoring and blood drawing. An interest in surgery is a plus but not a requirement.

MAH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.