Veterinary Technician

Job description

**Veterinary Technician** **Salary:** $20.00 - $25.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. **Schedule:**Full-time and part-time hours available. The hospital is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Rotating schedule with alternating 3-day and 4-day workweeks. **Skippack Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time or part-time Veterinary Technician** to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. **What to Expect as a Vet Tech with Skippack Animal Hospital** - A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees - Professional development opportunities - Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too. **Key Responsibilities:** - Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery. - Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion. - Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates - Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement. - Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing. - Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready. - Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times. **Qualifications:** - At least 1 year of veterinary experience and surgical experience required. - Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. - Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions. - Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines. **About Skippack Animal Hospital** Skippack Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary facility serving dogs, cats, and exotic mammals in Skippack, PA. Our mission is to provide the most comprehensive and personalized care for our highly-valued clients and their pets in a warm and welcoming state-of-the-art facility. Our professional and courteous staff is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative care, and health-related educational opportunities. *We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.* #LVTECH