Veterinary Technician - Emergency - Mid-shift
About The Position
Metropolitan Veterinary Associates is hiring a Veterinary Technician for its emergency team in Norristown, Pennsylvania. The role works a mid-shift schedule and offers a starting rate of $25 per hour plus a 15% shift differential. A $5,000 sign-on bonus and a $2,000 retention bonus are also offered. The schedule is Sunday through Tuesday, 12 PM–12 AM, and Wednesday through Saturday, 12 PM–10 PM. Some holidays are required. The technician provides hands-on emergency and intensive-care support, works closely with board-certified Criticalists and emergency veterinarians, monitors patients using advanced equipment, communicates with pet parents, and helps train teammates and improve processes. Metropolitan Veterinary Associates/COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Experience in a fast-paced emergency or ICU setting.
- Skills in patient monitoring, ventilator support, anesthesia, venipuncture, and IV placement.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- CVT license.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on patient care, including treatments and vital-sign monitoring.
- Assist with advanced diagnostics.
- Work closely with board-certified Criticalists and emergency veterinarians.
- Closely monitor patients using advanced equipment.
- Communicate compassionately with pet parents.
- Help train teammates and improve processes.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus.
- $2,000 retention bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with match.
- PTO and continuing education allowance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid lunch breaks.
- Pet care discounts.
- Pet food discounts.
- Paid volunteer time.
- Uniform allowance.
- 15% shift differential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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