Specialty Floater Veterinary Technician

COVE Animal Health•Norristown, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a Veterinary Technician who thrives on variety, adaptability, and continuous learning? At Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), we recognize that our Floater Technicians play a critical role in maintaining smooth operations across multiple specialty departments. This unique position offers one of the most remarkable opportunities for growth�allowing you to become one of the most well-rounded technicians on our team. Our Mission Our goal is simple but profound: to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by providing compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care. If you share our passion for animal well-being and collaborative teamwork, we�d love you to explore this opportunity. Who We Are We are a leading specialty and emergency hospital, housed in a state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility equipped to handle a wide range of complex cases. With 13 specialty departments, our team includes top experts in fields such as internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, and more, ensuring comprehensive care for our patients. Our culture is built on continuous learning, mentorship, and genuine support, which means you�ll have ample opportunities to expand your skills alongside leaders in the industry.

Requirements

Experience in a veterinary setting, whether general practice, specialty, or emergency
Versatile clinical skills, including restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and familiarity with anesthesia and patient monitoring
Adaptability, capable of quickly adjusting to the protocols and procedures of different departments
Collaborative mindset, working effectively alongside various specialists and team members
A commitment to continuous learning, welcoming every shift as an opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your skill set
Strong communication and organizational abilities, ensuring seamless transitions and support for each department

Responsibilities

Rotate among different specialties, including surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, emergency, and more, quickly adapting to each department�s protocols.
Provide hands-on assistance during procedures�from general patient care and diagnostic workups to advanced interventions�under the guidance of senior technicians and specialists.
Manage a range of technical tasks, such as venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, medication administration, and patient record-keeping.
Collaborate with diverse teams, learning from specialists and fellow technicians to expand your expertise across multiple areas of veterinary medicine.
Maintain a high level of organization, ensuring each department is stocked with necessary supplies and that equipment is ready for immediate use.
Embrace continuous growth, seeking out learning opportunities and applying new skills to become a highly versatile, well-rounded technician.