Veterinary Technician or Assistant

CHESTER COUNTY CAT HOSPITAL; West Chester (Chester County); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Chester County Cat Hospital in West Chester, PA, seeks a passionate Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join a feline-focused team dedicated to exceptional veterinary care.

The role involves assisting veterinarians, performing diagnostic procedures, administering medications, monitoring recovery, maintaining medical records, and educating cat owners. We value calm, compassionate team players who handle cats of all temperaments.

Formación

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant preferred.
• Comfortable handling cats of all temperaments and knowledge of feline anatomy.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, procedures, and treatments for feline patients.
• Perform or assist with diagnostic procedures including blood draws, urinalysis, and radiographs.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Monitor and care for patients during recovery and post-operative care.
• Maintain medical records using practice management software.
• Educate cat owners regarding care, treatment plans, and follow-up.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.

Conocimientos

Communication

Cat handling

Compassion

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Educación

CVT/LVT licensure (nice to have)

Herramientas

Practice management software

Descripción del empleo

Benefits:

• Employee discounts

About the Role:

Chester County Cat Hospital is looking for a passionate and dedicated Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our feline-focused team in West Chester, PA! If you love cats and are committed to providing exceptional veterinary care, this is the purr-fect opportunity to grow your career in a specialty animal hospital environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, procedures, and treatments for feline patients
• Perform or assist with diagnostic procedures including blood draws, urinalysis, and radiographs
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Monitor and care for patients during recovery and post-operative care
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records using practice management software
• Educate and communicate with cat owners regarding care, treatment plans, and follow-up
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment

Requirements:

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant preferred
• CVT/LVT licensure or certification a plus, but not required for assistant-level candidates
• Comfortable and confident handling cats of all temperaments
• Strong knowledge of feline anatomy, medical terminology, and clinical procedures
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Compassionate, team-oriented, and calm under pressure
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods

About Us:

Chester County Cat Hospital is a dedicated feline-only veterinary practice proudly serving the West Chester, PA community and the cats they love. Our clients trust us for our specialized, stress-free approach to cat care — and our team loves coming to work every day in a supportive, cat-centered environment. If you're looking for a workplace that shares your passion for feline health and wellness, we’d love to meet you!