Veterinary Technician Washington Avenue Animal Hospital

Amerivet; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Generous paid time off

Job summary

AmeriVet’s Washington Avenue Animal Hospital in Philadelphia seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced team. You will assist veterinarians with exams, perform in-hospital treatments, draw blood, collect samples, handle medications, take radiographs, and educate clients on preventive care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate care, and ongoing training in a supportive environment. Flexible schedule with Saturdays, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary technician experience preferred.
• Skilled in venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Patient restraint and treatments expertise.
• Diagnostic imaging and in-house labs experience.
• Strong communication and client education skills.
• Positive attitude; thrives in fast-paced clinical environments.
• Flexible schedule availability including rotating Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and record weights and vital signs.
• Document patient visits in medical records and obtain thorough histories.
• Assist veterinarians with routine and urgent appointments, including euthanasia under supervision.
• Perform patient restraint, collect samples, dispense medications as directed, and input data.
• Check out clients, schedule appointments, relay test results, and educate clients.
• Provide in-hospital treatments, IV therapies, and maintain patient comfort.
• Collaborate with team, participate in onboarding, and keep the hospital clean.
• Support front desk and phone coverage as needed.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Patient restraint

Treatments

Diagnostic imaging

In-house labs

Communication

Client education

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Job description

Veterinary Technician Washington Avenue Animal Hospital page is loaded## Veterinary Technician Washington Avenue Animal Hospitallocations: Philadelphia, PAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id: JR109705**Essential Job Functions:**The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:* Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and obtain weight and vital signs.* Documentation of the patient visit in the medical record by obtaining and recording a thorough patient history.* Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and urgent), and euthanasia's, taking direct supervision from the veterinarian(s) or Hospital Lead on Duty.* Perform patient restraint, obtain and collect process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian, and input in medical record.* Check out clients, schedule appointments, communicate with and educate clients, relay test results to doctor and clients* Educate clients on preventive care, dental hygiene, nutrition, and more.* Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous therapies; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by veterinarian), and safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination.* Collaborate with the team to create a positive work environment and assist with onboarding new employees.* Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning.* Participating in ongoing training and hospital improvement initiatives**Other Duties and Responsibilities:*** Perform additional duties as assigned.* Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed.**Ideal Candidate Qualifications*** 2+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred* Skilled in:+ venipuncture and IV catheter placement+ patient restraint and treatments+ Diagnostic imaging and in house labs* Strong communication and client education skills* Positive attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment* Flexible schedule availability including rotating SaturdaysPay Range: $22.00-$24.00 depending on experience and certificationAt AmeriVet, we're committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.Here's what you can expect when you join our team:* Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.* Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.* Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.* Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.* A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.