Licensed Veterinary Technician - Pets Furst Urgent Care

URGENT CARE; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Pets Furst Urgent Care in Langhorne, PA, is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our 4.5 doctor urgent care team. Compensation ranges from $25–$35/hour, commensurate with licensure and experience.

The role involves nursing hospitalized patients, assisting during surgery, diagnostics, and client education, with a focus on high-quality, compassionate care. Responsibilities include anesthesia monitoring, laboratory work, radiology, dentistry, and maintaining strict safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician credential required.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement and ongoing monitoring.
• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; document results.
• Operate diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments per hospital policies.
• Maintain controlled drug logs and proper handling of substances.
• Document treatment plans and update medical records.
• Support operations through accurate chart auditing and charge entry.
• Educate clients on preventative care, medications, and products.
• Maintain sterile and organized treatment areas; manage inventory.
• Promote teamwork and professional communication across departments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and adhere to state acts and hospital policies.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Radiology

Dentistry

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Patient care

Safety

Professionalism

Animal handling

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician credential

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Pets Furst Urgent Care

Pets Furst Urgent Care is a 4.5 doctor urgent care in Langhorne, PA, open from 8am-8pm, 7 days a week to our patients and their families. We’re happy to serve Bucks County and surrounding communities and offer walk-in appointments for vaccines, wellness exams, in house diagnostics, x-rays, and surgery. Our goal is to help fill the gap between primary care veterinarians and hospital emergency rooms with the highest quality urgent care in the area!

Full-Time Licensed Veterinary Technician | Pets Furst Urgent Care | Langhorne, PA

Compensation: $25–$35/hour, commensurate with licensure and experience

Position Summary:

The Licensed Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. This position is responsible for performing a variety of technical, clinical, and client education duties that enhance efficiency, promote a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and elevate the overall client experience. This role also assists in maintaining consistent, excellent medical standards and operational flow.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.
• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, providing proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; accurately document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed, maintaining strict compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations.
• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances.
• Create, review, and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.
• Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing.
• Provide compassionate, clear client education related to preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas, ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies as needed.
• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments.
• Performadditionalduties as assigned based on hospital needs.
• Ensure all duties are performedin accordance withstate practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician credential required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communicationand organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
• Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Hours:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Compensation and Benefits:

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• access to employee assistance program

As set forth in Pets Furst Urgent Care’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.