Veterinary Technician - General Practice

Job Description

Job Description

Veterinary Technician - General Practice — Hickory Veterinary & specialty Hospital

Plymouth Meeting, PA | Full Time

**$2,000 retention bonus**

Schedule & Pay

• Four 10-hour shifts with one weekend day/week
• Starting at $18.00/hour, commensurate with experience and licensure

Why Hickory

Medical/Dental/Vision • 401k with match • PTO + CE allowance • Tuition reimbursement • Paid Lunch Breaks • Pet care discounts • Pet food discounts • Paid volunteer time • Uniform allowance

What You’ll Do

• Assisting veterinarians with routine general practice procedures: exams, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, venipuncture, and catheter placement
• Support with patient intake, client communication, and education on treatments
• Preparing patients for appointments, including reviewing and interpreting bloodwork, medical history, and diagnostics
• Administering and monitoring medications, ensuring safe and accurate patient care
• Communicating effectively and empathetically with clients during consultations, discharges, and follow-up updates
• Maintaining accurate patient records and supporting seamless case management
• Collaborating closely with veterinarians and fellow technicians to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Supporting other hospital teams as needed once duties are complete

What You Bring

• CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred
• Solid understanding of veterinary medical terminology, medications, and disease processes
• Strong communication skills for client education and team collaboration
• Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• A commitment to providing exceptional patient and client care

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Hickory Pet Inn/COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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