Vet Tech: Surgery, Lab & Client Care

Skippack Animal Hospital; Skippack (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Skippack Animal Hospital in Skippack, PA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. Full-time or part-time roles with a rotating 3- and 4-day schedule ensure coverage during the week.

The ideal candidate has animal care experience, strong client communication skills, and proficiency in procedures such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement, with a passion for improving pets' lives.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience and surgical experience required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Client communication

Lab work

Tools

Radiographs equipment

Surgical instruments

Job description

Skippack Animal Hospital in Skippack, PA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. Full-time or part-time roles with a rotating 3- and 4-day schedule ensure coverage during the week.

The ideal candidate has animal care experience, strong client communication skills, and proficiency in procedures such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement, with a passion for improving pets' lives.