Veterinary Medical Technician

Shelter Medical Technician

Help provide exceptional medical care to shelter animals. The Animal Rescue League is seeking compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Shelter Medical Technicians to join our Shelter Medicine team. We are looking for candidates with a range of veterinary and shelter medicine experience, from developing technicians ready to grow their skills to experienced professionals capable of managing advanced medical care and serving as a resource to others. In this role, you will support the daily medical needs of animals in our care by providing treatments, administering medications and vaccinations, monitoring animal health, maintaining accurate medical records, and assisting with examinations and procedures. Depending on experience and skill level, technicians may also assist with advanced diagnostics, surgical and dental procedures, treatment planning, case management, and mentoring less experienced team members. Successful candidates are highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable handling animals of varying sizes and temperaments, and committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced shelter environment.

Ideal candidates may have:

• Experience working in veterinary hospitals, animal shelters, or other animal care settings
• Knowledge of animal health, disease prevention, and medication administration
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Ability to recognize changes in animal health and behavior
• Experience supporting examinations, treatments, diagnostics, and surgical procedures
• Strong critical-thinking, communication, and organizational skills
• A collaborative approach to teamwork and a passion for animal welfare
• Interest in continuous learning, professional development, and helping improve patient outcomes

Minimum of 2 years of experience working in veterinary medicine. Previous experience working in shelters preferred but not required. Eligibility for and willingness to apply for euthanasia technician certification. Good written and oral communication skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, able to multi-task and prioritize. Dependable, reliable, and efficient. Stay up to date on the most current shelter medicine protocols recommended by UC Davis. Must have a valid PA driver's license. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time. Must have a passion for the mission of Animal Rescue League of Berks County.

Work Environment: The employee will regularly be exposed to the following: potentially zoonotic diseases (including rabies), large animals, wildlife, loud noises (e.g. barking dogs), and odors. Examination, restraint, and treatment of a high volume of animals is physically and emotionally demanding. Euthanasia is performed in the facility and assisting with best practice euthanasia is a specific job task for this position. Exposure to odors and airborne particles including animal fur and toxic chemicals. High levels of noise. Can be fast-paced and stressful, working with emotional clients. Hours may include evenings and weekends. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Overtime: This position is eligible for overtime. Full-time, non-exempt, competitive salary, education opportunities, plus benefits, including medical, prescription, vision and dental insurance, sick leave, annual leave, and IRA plan. Will require nighttime, weekend and holiday work.