Veterinary Technician; no licensure
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Location: Langhorne
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!
Veterinary Technician (unlicensed) | Pets Furst Urgent Care | Langhorne, Pennsylvania
Compensation
: $25–$30/hour, commensurate with licensure and experience
The 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. The Veterinary Technician also assists in maintaining consistent, excellent medical standards and operational flow.
PrimaryResponsibilities
- 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.
- Ensure all duties are performed in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.
- Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of two years of experience as a Veterinary Technician preferred.
- 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 attention to detail.
- Compassionate and committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
- Able to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
- Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision…
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