Veterinary Technician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic | Quakertown, PA

Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities | Day, Evening, and Overnight Shifts

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is seeking dependable and compassionate Veterinary Technician Assistants to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in veterinary medicine, including those considering or currently pursuing education in veterinary technology.

As a full-service animal hospital serving Bucks County, we provide routine wellness care and 24-hour emergency services for companion animals and select large animals. Our Veterinary Technician Assistants work alongside veterinarians and veterinary technicians to support patient care and maintain a clean, safe, and organized hospital environment.

Veterinary Technician Assistants play an important role in supporting our medical team and ensuring the comfort and well-being of our patients.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing daily care and comfort to hospitalized animals.
• Walking dogs and assisting with routine patient care.
• Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages, litter boxes, and treatment areas.
• Maintaining cleanliness throughout the hospital, including sweeping, mopping, and general housekeeping.
• Washing dishes, food bowls, and laundry.
• Restocking supplies and maintaining organized work areas.
• Preparing examination rooms and treatment areas before and after appointments and procedures.
• Assisting with animal restraint during examinations and treatments under the supervision of veterinary medical staff.
• Supporting client visits and assisting veterinary team members with daily hospital operations.

• Full-time and part-time positions available.
• Day, evening, and overnight shifts available.
• Rotating weekend shifts may be required.
• Holiday availability is required as part of our 24-hour hospital operations.
• Additional shift differentials are available for eligible overnight, weekend, and holiday hours.

We welcome applicants who are interested in working with animals and learning more about veterinary medicine.

• Previous animal-handling or animal-care experience is helpful but not required.
• Interest in veterinary medicine or pursuing a career in veterinary technology is encouraged.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, organized, and willing to learn.
• Professional attitude and a positive approach to patient care.
• Ability to perform physical job duties, including regularly lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to work safely and comfortably around dogs, cats, and occasional large animal patients.

Join a veterinary team where you can gain valuable hands-on experience, develop new skills, and contribute to the care of animals in a busy hospital environment.

Whether you're beginning your career in veterinary medicine or looking for an opportunity to build on your animal-care experience, we'd love to hear from you!