Veterinary Technician

UrgentVet, Inc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UrgentVet, a leading provider of urgent veterinary care, is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician for their Upper St. Clair location. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality assistance to veterinarians, manage diagnostic testing, and ensure efficient clinic operations while delivering exceptional patient care. Join a dedicated team focused on providing the best care for pets and their families.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Six weeks of paid Parental Leave

One Work/Life Balance day off

Short-term and long-term disability options

Supplemental insurance options

Discounted Veterinary Care

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of clinical veterinary experience preferred.
• Licensed or credentialed technician is a plus.
• Proficiency in technical skills such as blood draws and lab work required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and recovery in surgical patients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure clinic operations run smoothly.

Skills

Clinical veterinary experience

Communication

Client service

Team cooperation

Technical skills (IV catheter placement, blood draws)

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT)

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Description

UrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients—without the high cost of emergency clinic fees. We treat common urgent cases like wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and compassionate euthanasia. Our paperless clinics are designed for efficiency and are equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.

Department: UrgentVet Hospitals

Location: UrgentVet - Upper St. Clair

Description

UrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency/overnight care, offering after-hours care for canine and feline patients—without the high cost of emergency clinic fees. We treat common urgent cases like wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and compassionate euthanasia. Our paperless clinics are designed for efficiency and are equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment.

We’re looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join our growing team in a fast-paced, team-focused urgent care environment.

As a Veterinary Technician at UrgentVet, you’ll play a key role in providing high-quality care and support to our patients and their families. You’ll assist veterinarians with exams and procedures, manage diagnostic testing, maintain accurate medical records, and help ensure smooth and efficient clinic operations.


Ideal Candidate

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Perform technical tasks including venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, lab sample collection, and in-house diagnostics
• Monitor anesthesia and recovery in surgical patients (where applicable)
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members to ensure a positive experience
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical environment
• Support patient flow and ensure timely care is delivered
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• At least 1 year of clinical veterinary experience preferred
• Licensed or credentialed technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) a plus, but not required
• Proficiency in standard technical skills (e.g., blood draws, IV catheter placement, lab work, x-rays)
• Compassionate, calm, and team-oriented attitude
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and client service
  
  
  

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands-on and E-training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
• Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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