Urgent Care Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Veterinary Urgent Care Technician

Full-Time | Philadelphia, PA

About Art City Vets & Urgent Care

Art City Vets & Urgent Care is a privately owned animal hospital in Philadelphia, founded by Dr. Edward Aller. Built on the belief that pets deserve exceptional care delivered with warmth, attention, and accessibility, we provide both Wellness and Urgent Care services in a collaborative, compassionate environment.

We are committed to high-quality, individualized care for every patient and to fostering a respectful, team-oriented workplace for our staff. Our team values communication, professional growth, and medical excellence, and takes pride in maintaining a supportive culture where everyone contributes to great outcomes.

From preventive care and diagnostics to surgery and urgent care treatment, we ensure every patient receives thoughtful, thorough care. At Art City Vets, we believe in building strong relationships with pets, their people, and each other. Communication, integrity, and compassion guide everything we do.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience, with a $500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates

• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days, including reimbursement for licensing and exam fees

• Reimbursement for VTNE and PA CVT certification costs (for employees pursuing certification)

• Annual uniform allowance via online ordering portal

• Employee pet care discounts

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Holiday pay

• Sick Time and Paid Time Off (PTO) may be used for personal, vacation, or parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources

• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance initiatives

Position Summary

The Urgent Care Technician supports our veterinarians in providing compassionate, efficient, and high-quality medical care to patients with urgent or emergency needs. This role is ideal for a technician who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in delivering calm, focused care under pressure.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Triage incoming patients and assist veterinarians in determining treatment priorities

• Obtain patient history, vitals, and diagnostic samples quickly and accurately

• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and administer medications and fluids as directed

• Assist with radiographs, wound management, oxygen therapy, and critical care monitoring

• Run in-house lab tests and prepare samples for outside diagnostics

• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, including anesthesia and recovery

• Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients regarding treatment plans, estimates, and discharge instructions

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records (EzyVet experience a plus)

• Provide gentle, low-stress handling and compassionate care for patients in pain or distress

• Support and collaborate with the veterinary team to ensure smooth, efficient patient flow

• Ensure exam and treatment areas are clean, organized, and well-stocked

• Participate in ongoing training, team education, and hospital improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or similar setting (required)

• CVT/LVT licensure in Pennsylvania (preferred)

• Proficient in animal handling, restraint, and emergency medical procedures

• Demonstrates strong technical ability, communication, and teamwork skills

• Able to remain calm, organized, and professional in fast-paced or stressful situations; compassionate, reliable, and eager to learn in a collaborative team environment.

• Compassionate and eager to learn in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Schedule

Full-time position with rotating weekends and occasional evenings or holidays.
Schedules are designed to maintain consistent work-life balance while meeting hospital needs.