Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Vetcor•Linden, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Lewis Veterinary Clinic is a two-doctor small animal practice in Linden, Pennsylvania, where we believe you can provide exceptional patient care and still have a life outside the hospital. We’re looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves animals, enjoys helping people, and thrives in a supportive, team-first environment. Our team practices high-quality medicine while maintaining a positive culture built on communication, collaboration, and mutual respect. We work hard, help one another, and make room for laughter—even on the busiest days.
Requirements
- Current Veterinary Technician credential preferred
- Experienced Veterinary Assistants and non-credentialed Veterinary Technicians are also encouraged to apply
- Previous hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital
- Confidence with patient handling, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory procedures
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and diagnostic imaging
- Knowledge of preventive care, vaccines, pharmacology, and medication administration
- Ability to accurately triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories
- Professional, compassionate communication with clients and coworkers
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation
- Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Collaborative, team-first mindset with a willingness to help wherever needed
- Dependability, positive attitude, and genuine passion for veterinary medicine
- Commitment to continued learning and professional development
Responsibilities
- Triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
- Provide compassionate nursing care from patient intake through discharge
- Safely handle and restrain patients using low-stress techniques whenever possible
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
- Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs
- Perform in-house laboratory testing, including CBCs, chemistry panels, urinalysis, cytology, and fecal testing
- Prepare patients and equipment for surgical procedures
- Monitor anesthesia and provide attentive care throughout recovery
- Provide supportive patient care, including TPRs, pain scoring, and wound care
- Educate clients about preventive care, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
- Maintain complete and accurate patient records
- Collaborate with doctors and teammates to keep the hospital running smoothly
- Assist with client communication and front-desk needs when necessary
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee pet discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Continuing education allowance
- State license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Uniform allowance
- Three- or four-day workweeks
- Real lunch breaks
- No nights or holiday hours
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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