Veterinary Technician - Triage - Mid-Shift
About The Position
Metropolitan Veterinary Associates is hiring a Veterinary Technician for its triage team in Norristown, Pennsylvania. The full-time role offers a schedule of Thursday through Saturday, either 12:00 PM–12:00 AM or 2:00 PM–2:00 AM. Some holidays are required. Starting pay is $22.00 per hour, with a 15% shift differential, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and a $2,000 retention bonus. The technician provides hands-on patient care, monitors patients using advanced equipment, and works closely with board-certified Criticalists and emergency veterinarians. The role also includes communicating with pet parents, helping train teammates, and contributing to process improvements. 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
- Deliver hands-on care, including treatments, vital-sign monitoring, and 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
- 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.
- $5,000 sign-on bonus.
- $2,000 retention bonus.
- 15% shift differential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
