Veterinary Technician - Emergency - Multiple Shifts

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Inc; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with match

PTO + CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid lunch breaks

Pet care discounts

Pet food discounts

Paid volunteer time

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates is seeking a Veterinary Technician for emergency coverage across multiple shifts in Norristown, PA. The role starts at $25/hr and offers a 15% shift differential for qualifying hours.

You will deliver hands-on emergency care, monitor patients, and work closely with board-certified specialists. The team provides competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced emergency or ICU settings.
• CVT licensed or equivalent is a plus.
• Excellent communication with pet parents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on emergency care and vitals monitoring.
• Assist in procedures and anesthesia as needed.
• Train teammates and improve processes.

Skills

Emergency/ICU experience

Strong communication

Team player

Education

CVT/RVT credential

Tools

Ventilator equipment

Advanced diagnostics equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Emergency - Multiple Shifts

Veterinary Technician - Emergency - Multiple Shifts— Metropolitan Veterinary Associates
Norristown, PA | Full-Time - Starting at $25/hr

Schedule

• Sunday-Tuesday: 12 PM -12 AM+ 15% shift differential
• Wednesday – Saturday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM+ 15% shift differential
• Sunday - Tuesday 8:00am - 8:00pm + 15% shift differential on hours worked on Sunday
• -Thursday - Saturday 8:00am - 8:00pm + 15% shift differential on hours worked on Saturday

Please note that some holidays are required.

Why MVA

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k with match
• PTO + CE allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Lunch Breaks
• Pet care discounts
• Pet food discounts
• Paid volunteer time
• Uniform allowance

What You’ll Do

• Deliver hands-on care: treatments, vitals monitoring, advanced diagnostics
• Work closely with board-certified Criticalists and ER vets
• Monitor patients closely using advanced equipment
• Communicate compassionately with pet parents
• Help train teammates and improve processes

What You Bring

• Experience in a fast-paced emergency or ICU setting
• Skilled in monitoring, ventilator support, anesthesia, venipuncture, IV placement
• CVT license a plus
• Strong communicator, works well independently and on a team

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates/COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.