Veterinary Technician - General Practice
@ Metropolitan Veterinary AssociatesVeterinary Technician - General Practice
About the job
Hickory Veterinary & Specialty Hospital provides comprehensive pet care services. The role focuses on assisting veterinarians with routine procedures, client communication, and patient care. Benefits include health coverage, 401k, PTO, CE allowance, and pet discounts. Seeking CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred.
Requirements
- CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred
- Understanding of veterinary terminology
- Strong communication skills
- Teamwork and multitasking abilities
- Commitment to patient care
Qualifications
- Veterinary technician certification
- Experience in animal healthcare
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Organized and detail-oriented
Full job description
Veterinary Technician - General Practice Hickory Veterinary & specialty Hospital
Plymouth Meeting, PA | Full Time
**$2,000 retention bonus**
Schedule & Pay
- Four 10-hour shifts with one weekend day/week
- Starting at $18.00/hour, commensurate with experience and licensure
Why Hickory
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
- Assisting veterinarians with routine general practice procedures: exams, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, venipuncture, and catheter placement
- Support with patient intake, client communication, and education on treatments
- Preparing patients for appointments, including reviewing and interpreting bloodwork, medical history, and diagnostics
- Administering and monitoring medications, ensuring safe and accurate patient care
- Communicating effectively and empathetically with clients during consultations, discharges, and follow-up updates
- Maintaining accurate patient records and supporting seamless case management
- Collaborating closely with veterinarians and fellow technicians to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Supporting other hospital teams as needed once duties are complete
What You Bring
- CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred
- Solid understanding of veterinary medical terminology, medications, and disease processes
- Strong communication skills for client education and team collaboration
- Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- A commitment to providing exceptional patient and client care
Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.
Hickory Pet Inn/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.
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