Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Veterinary Technician

VCA Northview Animal Hospital Specialty Referral Center is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team.

Compensation: The pay range for this position is $21-$27/hr.

Schedule: This position is primarily daytime Monday through Thursday.

Why VCA Northview?

We are a thriving AAHA accredited general medicine and multi-specialty hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Our hospital departments include Surgery, Internal Medicine, the full circle support of General Practice and Wellness care, as well as Rehabilitation patients. We truly enjoy working with each other! and are passionate about fostering a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation.

Our work can be fast-paced and demanding, and we value professionalism balanced with a positive, lighthearted attitude. A sense of humor is always welcome and helps us support one another through busy days. We have built a culture of support, and kindness, and mutual appreciation, reflecting our shared dedication to providing exceptional veterinary care.

Why VCA

We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

Career Support

• Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
• Advancement and leadership opportunities
• Internal CE and development opportunities
• Free NAVTA membership, access to VetFolio, Plumbs App, and more
• Tuition assistance including Veterinary Technology Associates, Bachelors completion and more

Health & Well Being

• Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
• Free mental health care through Lyra Health (up to 12 sessions a year)
• Access to free counseling through Cigna Life Assistance program
• Access to Headspace app
• Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility coverage, gender affirmation services
• Growing network of onsite social workers

Other Perks

• Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts including cellular service, apparel, computer equipment, etc.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Practice management software with digital innovations for streamlined practice flow and client communication

Why We Want You! As a member of the VCA team, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parentby delivering an outstanding client experienceso we can provide exceptional care to every patient.

The candidate will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the IM department flow including appointments, performing diagnostics which include digital radiography, ECG, digital ultrasound, endoscopy, and CT, chemotherapy administration, monitoring anesthesia, maintaining treatments while in hospital, and admitting and discharging patients.

• Digital radiography
• ECG
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• CT
• Chemotherapy administration
• Monitoring anesthesia
• Venipuncture
• Cather placement
• Maintaining treatments while in hospital
• Admitting and discharging patients

Interested? Apply! We look forward to hearing from you.