Veterinary Technician & Assistant — Full-Time, Emergency

VCA Animal Hospitals; Lower Burrell (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Pet discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

VCA Valley Veterinary Animal Hospital in Lower Burrell, PA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our GP practice. We value self-motivation, compassion, and a willingness to contribute to a fast-paced team that serves a diverse client base.

Experience is preferred; we offer AHAA accreditation, supportive career development, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), and pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience is preferred in a fast-paced GP veterinary practice.
• AHAA accreditation is a plus and willingness to contribute to team success.
• Self-motivated and compassionate with strong client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and patient assessment.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring and surgical procedures.
• Handle radiology, dentistry, and laboratory duties.
• Venipuncture and catheter placement; contribute to patient recovery.
• Provide compassionate care in a high-volume hospital setting.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Radiology

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

VCA Valley Veterinary Animal Hospital in Lower Burrell, PA is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join our GP practice. We value self-motivation, compassion, and a willingness to contribute to a fast-paced team that serves a diverse client base.

Experience is preferred; we offer AHAA accreditation, supportive career development, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), and pet discounts.