Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals•State College, PA

12d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency Medical Team! VCA Metzger is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join the team in State College PA! We are a state of the art facility equipped with advance diagnostic tools which allows us to provide support to both routine and critical patient needs. We have 24-hour care with an emergency doctor and technicians on site at ALL times. In addition to our Feline Friendly and AAHA accreditations, VCA Metzger Animal Hospital is a Level III VECCS (Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society) Certified Veterinary Emergency Hospital. We are proud to promote and cultivate a supportive and collaborative culture within our hospital. We are eager to welcome a dedicated and experienced individual that is committed to providing a high standard of patient care and client service.

Requirements

Experienced Veterinary Technician
Credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT)

Responsibilities

Support Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
Win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
Utilize knowledge and skills in physical examinations and patient assessment.
Perform anesthesia monitoring.
Assist with surgical preparation and procedures.
Conduct dentistry.
Perform radiology.
Conduct laboratory work.
Perform venipuncture.
Perform catheter placement.
Manage pharmacy.
Oversee patient recovery.
Provide compassionate care of hospitalized animals.