Veterinary Technician

Allegheny Veterinary Associates; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Bonus program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Allegheny Veterinary Associates in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exams and outpatient visits, focusing on client engagement, exam room management, and multitasking in a busy clinical environment.

You will help with efficient hospital operations, accurate medical records, reviewing treatment plans with clients, and assisting veterinarians during outpatient procedures, surgical prep and recovery; plus a friendly team culture.

Qualifications

• 1+ years veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Proficiency in patient care, documentation, and client communication
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced clinic
• Strong teamwork and professional communication skills

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care
• Maintaining accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Supporting veterinarians during outpatient procedures and treatments while advocating for high-quality patient care
• Supporting veterinarians and technicians during surgical prep and recovery
• Building positive relationships with clients through education, communication, and attentive service

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Monitoring

Venipuncture

IV catheter

Radiology safety

Drug calculations

Lab testing

Medical records

Client education

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Allegheny Veterinary Associates is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits.

This is an excellent opportunity for an outgoing, skilled assistant who thrives in client engagement, exam room management, and multitasking in a busy clinical environment. In this position, you will play a critical role in supporting efficient hospital operations, creating positive client experiences, and ensuring patients receive compassionate, high-quality care.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care
• Maintaining accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Supporting veterinarians during outpatient procedures and treatments while advocating for high-quality patient care
• Supporting veterinarians and technicians during surgical prep and recovery
• Building positive relationships with clients through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour, for each hour worked
• Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a 5 x 8 schedule, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with one built-in half day per week. No weekends and no on-call requirements.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500-$2,000 depending on experience and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 1+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Client education and communication
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective teamwork and professional communication skills

Why choose Allegheny Veterinary Associates?

Allegheny Veterinary Associates is a 3-doctor small animal practice in Pittsburgh, PA, offering a well-rounded caseload that most GPs can't match — wellness and preventive medicine alongside advanced orthopedic surgery (including TPLOs), soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and diagnostics. You'll work alongside a highly respected orthopedic surgeon and a client-focused Medical Director in a fun, no-drama team culture that communicates directly, supports each other, and genuinely enjoys coming to work. No weekends, no on-call, and a built-in early day each week — it's a predictable schedule that respects your time outside of work.

Pittsburgh itself is one of the most underrated cities in the country — distinct neighborhoods, a thriving food and arts scene, easy access to trails and outdoor spaces, and a cost of living that lets you actually enjoy it all. If you want great medicine, real teammates, and a city worth living in, Allegheny Vet is worth a look.

Pay Range

$20 - $22 USD

Allegheny Veterinary Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.