Licensed Veterinary Technician

Pets Furst Urgent Care is a 4.5 doctor urgent care in Langhorne, PA, open from 8am-8pm, 7 days a week to our patients and their families. We’re happy to serve Bucks County and surrounding communities and offer walk-in appointments for vaccines, wellness exams, in house diagnostics, x-rays, and surgery. Our goal is to help fill the gap between primary care veterinarians and hospital emergency rooms with the highest quality urgent care in the area!

Compensation : $25–$35/hour, commensurate with licensure and experience

Position Summary:

The Licensed Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. This position is responsible for performing a variety of technical, clinical, and client education duties that enhance efficiency, promote a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and elevate the overall client experience. This role also assists in maintaining consistent, excellent medical standards and operational flow.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.

• Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care.

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, providing proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.

• Perform laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, hematology, fecals, and cytology; accurately document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate.

• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including radiology and ultrasound systems, in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed, maintaining strict compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations.

• Maintain accurate daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances.

• Create, review, and enter treatment plans accurately in the medical record system.

• Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing.

• Provide compassionate, clear client education related to preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations.

• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and surgical areas, ensuring sterile conditions for medical and surgical procedures.

• Monitor inventory levels, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies as needed.

• Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments.

• Performadditionalduties as assigned based on hospital needs.

• Ensure all duties are performed in accordance withstate practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician credential required.

• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.

• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate practice management software and use Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Maintains professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.

• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and…