Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; York (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary clinic as a Part-Time Weekend Technician, where you'll provide critical care to pets and support veterinarians in a compassionate environment. Enjoy a fulfilling role with opportunities for professional development and unique benefits tailored to your wellbeing.

Benefits

Free exams and discounts on products and services

Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support

Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

401k with employer contribution

Continuing education and development support

Student loan support program

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Veterinary technician licensure preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate and intensive nursing care to emergency patients.
• Assist veterinarians with emergency surgeries and medical treatments.
• Monitor and record vital signs and administer medications.

Skills

Veterinary technician licensure

Clinical experience

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Part-Time Weekends, York, PA

At the Animal Emergency & Referral Center of York , a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you'll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are:

At Animal Emergency & Referral Center of York, you'll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network. We are also dedicated to providing consistent and compassionate care and have been doing so for over 25 years.

Provide your best care with more bridges and fewer barriers.

Animal Emergency & Referral Center of York is looking for a Part-Time Weekend Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a Part-Time Technician, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide immediate and intensive nursing care to emergency patients, including triage, stabilization, and treatment
• Assist veterinarians with emergency surgeries, diagnostic procedures, and medical treatments
• Perform medical treatments
• Monitor and record vital signs, administer medications, and perform diagnostic tests such as blood work and radiographs
• Prepare and maintain medical equipment and supplies
• Communicate effectively with pet owners, providing clear explanations and compassionate support
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Manage time efficiently to prioritize multiple urgent tasks and ensure timely delivery of care
• Participate in continuing education and training to stay current with best practices and advancements in veterinary emergency care

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred, but not required.
• 1-2 years of clinical experience
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Cross-training at the front desk is required and you may occasionally be asked to assist with CSR (Client Service Representative) duties.

Benefits - our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
• Student loan support program and so much more!

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.