Veterinary Technician

Golden State Humane Society; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at Phoenixville Animal Hospital as a full-time Veterinary Technician. This role involves critical patient care responsibilities, from administering medications to preparing for surgeries. Benefit from a supportive work culture with professional growth opportunities, advanced equipment, and a commitment to high-quality veterinary care.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K with 4% match

Medical, Vision, and Dental plans

Annual bonus opportunities

Continuous education benefits

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician with experience in essential veterinary procedures.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and grow professionally.
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and assist with treatments and diagnostics.
• Prepare and manage anesthesia and assisting in surgeries.
• Perform lab duties, including drawing blood and running tests.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Understanding vaccine protocols

Medical terminology

Patient care

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Technician (Full-Time)

Phoenixville Animal Hospital - Phoenixville, PA

1121 W. Bridge St, Phoenixville, PA 19460
phoenixvilleanimalhospital.com

Compensation:
$20-$24/hour + annual bonus opportunities

Schedule:
4-day work week with rotating Saturdays

About the Role

Phoenixville Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join our friendly, fun-loving, and innovative team. If you're passionate about patient care, skilled in essential veterinary procedures, and enjoy working collaboratively — we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

We're seeking a tech confident and experienced in:

• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Understanding vaccine protocols and medical terminology
• Performing ear cytologies
• Operating in-house lab equipment (Zoetis)
• Managing lab work including fecals, urinalysis, and FNAs
• Supporting patient care and treatment with attention to detail

Why Join Us?

We're a four-doctor, AAHA-accredited small animal practice known for combining high medical standards with a lighthearted, team-first culture.

• Advanced Equipment: In-house lab includes Zoetis equipment and the new Imagyst AI cytology reader
• AI-Powered Charting: We use Scribenote, an AI tool that transcribes client conversations into accurate medical records — say goodbye to long charting hours!
• Progressive Care: Services include ultrasound, acupuncture, medical massage, and more
• Tech-Forward Workflow: Cornerstone practice management software supports daily operations
• Supportive Culture: We live by MVP's core values—Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, and Service Excellence
• Community Involvement: We actively participate in local events like Woof Jam, Pridefest, and school outreach talks

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Brings a positive, charismatic presence to our team
• Has strong clinical skills and a desire to grow professionally
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, supportive, and collaborative environment
• Shares our commitment to delivering outstanding patient care

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're enthusiastic, experienced, and excited to work with a team that values humor as much as it values high-quality care — apply now and join our growing Phoenixville family!

Benefits:

• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.
• Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)
• *The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member's discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.
• Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises
• Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.
• Medical, Vision and Dental plans available
• FSA and HSA options available
• Maternity Leave
• 401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match
• Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and stress
• Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program

• Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
• 24 hour access
• Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
• Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
• Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support. Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
• Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
• Build coping skills to manage life's challenges and gain control of your life
• Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
• Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
• ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!

Optional Insurances Available

• Life Insurance AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Insurance

Pet Benefits

• Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75

CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips.

Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed

Internal Employee Rewards Program

• Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.

We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students.

Responsibilities

Major Duties:

• Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care—administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
• Anesthesia/Surgery - Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
• Dentistry- Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery.
• Radiology - Our Veterinary Technician's position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
• Laboratory duties- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, Urines, Ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor.
• Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools
• Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients.
• Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at home care procedures.
• Veterinary Technician appointments- blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT.
• Clinic technician- assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam room, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, input data into patient medical record, ensure a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge.
• Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed- answering phones, booking appointments, admit/discharge patients.
• Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
• Assist with inventory control - informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies.
• Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• The veterinary technician must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
• The veterinary technician must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The veterinary technician must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
• The veterinary technician must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The veterinary technician will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The veterinary technician must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.