Credentialed Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet • Philadelphia, PA

2d

About The Position

The Credentialed Veterinary Technician provides direct patient care and technical support while contributing to the full patient and client experience. The role includes assisting with assessments and diagnostics, administering treatments, preparing and monitoring patients for anesthesia and procedures, maintaining medical records and equipment, communicating care recommendations and instructions to clients, and supporting hospital operations and cleanliness. Team members may also be asked to perform additional duties or support other hospital areas based on operational and staffing needs.

The position requires a current veterinary technician credential and at least two years of clinical veterinary experience involving direct patient care. The pay range is $24.00–$28.00, depending on experience and certification.

Requirements

• Current CVT, LVT, RVT, or equivalent veterinary technician credential.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical veterinary experience as a Veterinary Technician involving direct patient care.
• Strong technical, patient-care, communication, and client-service skills.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and willing to assist across departments based on hospital needs.
• Commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, professionalism, and continued learning.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and assist with patient assessments.
• Safely restrain and handle patients using low-stress techniques.
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, collect samples, and conduct in-house laboratory testing.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs and assist with other diagnostic procedures.
• Administer medications, vaccines, injections, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Accurately calculate medication dosages and fluid rates.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and maintain accurate medical records.
• Prepare and monitor patients for anesthesia, surgery, and recovery.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures, including dental radiographs and cleanings as appropriate.
• Maintain and properly care for medical, surgical, dental, and anesthesia equipment.
• Communicate veterinarian recommendations, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care to clients.
• Provide client education and answer questions within the scope of the CVT role.
• Check clients out, review services, and process payments according to hospital procedures.
• Book recommended follow-up appointments before clients leave, including annual exams, boosters, rechecks, chronic-care monitoring, and other recommended care.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, CSRs, and leadership to support efficient hospital flow.
• Anticipate patient and team needs and assist throughout the hospital as needed.
• Maintain clean, disinfected, organized, and appropriately stocked exam rooms and patient-care areas.
• Participate in daily cleaning of treatment areas, kennels, surgery, laboratory, laundry, floors, equipment, and trash.
• Complete assigned opening and closing responsibilities.
• Provide CSR/front desk coverage as needed, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking clients in and out, processing payments, and assisting with general client communication.
• Support additional duties or other areas of the hospital based on operational and staffing needs.

Benefits

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
• Competitive pay and performance bonuses.
• 401(k) matching.
• Student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed