Veterinary Technician: Surgery, Care & Client Support

Skippack, PA; Skippack (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off & 401(k)

Professional development opportunities

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Skippack Animal Hospital in Skippack, PA is hiring a veterinary technician to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. The role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, while maintaining accurate medical records.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development. The hospital operates with a rotating schedule, full-time or part-time hours, and benefits like medical, dental, and vision

Qualifications

• 1 year of veterinary experience required and surgical experience preferred.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of common disease states and ability to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Surgical experience

Animal handling

Client communication

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

Radiography

IV catheter

Job description

Skippack Animal Hospital in Skippack, PA is hiring a veterinary technician to provide skilled care to patients and exceptional service to clients. The role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, while maintaining accurate medical records.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development. The hospital operates with a rotating schedule, full-time or part-time hours, and benefits like medical, dental, and vision