Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Mentorship programs

Career development

Job summary

AmeriVet in Philadelphia is seeking a veterinary technician to support our clinical team. You will greet clients, record vital signs, assist veterinarians with appointments, and provide in-hospital treatments under supervision.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of veterinary technician experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts including Saturdays. We offer development programs and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Skills in venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Able to restrain patients and administer treatments.
• Experience with diagnostic imaging and in-house labs.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Positive, team-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced clinic.
• Flexible schedule including rotating Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients; record weight and vital signs.
• Document patient history in medical record.
• Assist veterinarians with routine and urgent appointments.
• Perform restraint, collect samples, dispense medications.
• Schedule follow-ups and relay test results.
• Educate clients on preventive care and nutrition.
• Provide in-hospital treatments including injections and IV therapies.
• Maintain clean hospital environment and assist onboarding.
• Participate in training and hospital improvement initiatives.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter

Restraint techniques

In-house labs

Diagnostic imaging

Client education

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Rotating Saturdays

Education

2+ years veterinary technician experience

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Essential Job Functions:
The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and obtain weight and vital signs.


• Documentation of the patient visit in the medical record by obtaining and recording a thorough patient history.


• Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and urgent), and euthanasia’s, taking direct supervision from the veterinarian(s) or Hospital Lead on Duty.


• Perform patient restraint, obtain and collect process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian, and input in medical record.


• Check out clients, schedule appointments, communicate with and educate clients, relay test results to doctor and clients


• Educate clients on preventive care, dental hygiene, nutrition, and more.


• Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous therapies; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by veterinarian), and safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination.


• Collaborate with the team to create a positive work environment and assist with onboarding new employees.


• Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning.


• Participating in ongoing training and hospital improvement initiatives

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform additional duties as assigned.


• Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred


• Skilled in:
  
  
  • venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  
  
  • patient restraint and treatments
  
  
  • Diagnostic imaging and in house labs
  
  


• Strong communication and client education skills


• Positive attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment


• Flexible schedule availability including rotating Saturdays

Pay Range: $20.00-$22.00 depending on experience and certification

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.




• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well‑being.




• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well‑being.




• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.




• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.