Veterinary Technician — Growth, Benefits & Impact

AmeriVet; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Mentorship programs

Career development

Job summary

AmeriVet in Philadelphia is seeking a veterinary technician to support our clinical team. You will greet clients, record vital signs, assist veterinarians with appointments, and provide in-hospital treatments under supervision.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of veterinary technician experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts including Saturdays. We offer development programs and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Skills in venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Able to restrain patients and administer treatments.
• Experience with diagnostic imaging and in-house labs.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Positive, team-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced clinic.
• Flexible schedule including rotating Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients; record weight and vital signs.
• Document patient history in medical record.
• Assist veterinarians with routine and urgent appointments.
• Perform restraint, collect samples, dispense medications.
• Schedule follow-ups and relay test results.
• Educate clients on preventive care and nutrition.
• Provide in-hospital treatments including injections and IV therapies.
• Maintain clean hospital environment and assist onboarding.
• Participate in training and hospital improvement initiatives.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter

Restraint techniques

In-house labs

Diagnostic imaging

Client education

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Rotating Saturdays

Education

2+ years veterinary technician experience

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

AmeriVet in Philadelphia is seeking a veterinary technician to support our clinical team. You will greet clients, record vital signs, assist veterinarians with appointments, and provide in-hospital treatments under supervision.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of veterinary technician experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts including Saturdays. We offer development programs and competitive benefits.