Veterinary Technician

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

Veterinary Technician

Salary:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule:

Full-time and part-time hours available. The hospital is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Rotating schedule with alternating 3-day and 4-day workweeks.

Skippack Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time or part-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Vet Tech with Skippack Animal Hospital

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

Key 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.

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.

About Skippack Animal Hospital

Skippack Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary facility serving dogs, cats, and exotic mammals in Skippack, PA. Our mission is to provide the most comprehensive and personalized care for our highly-valued clients and their pets in a warm and welcoming state-of-the-art facility. Our professional and courteous staff is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative care, and health-related educational opportunities.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.