Veterinary Technician - Triage Nurse

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates

Norristown, PA Posted 2/8/2025 Full Time
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Join a hospital where your growth matters! Our state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility is home to 13 specialty departments, offering top-tier medicine and cutting-edge diagnostics. We provide unmatched opportunities to advance your skills, collaborate with leading specialists, and make a meaningful impact on pets and their families.

About the Veterinary Technician – Triage Nurse

We are looking for a Veterinary Nurse (Veterinary Technician) to support our Emergency Department as a Triage Nurse.

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: Sunday through Wednesday 4pm - 2am

Compensation: Starts at $23.00 per hour *this rate includes shift differential*

What You’ll Do

  • Provide medical care to patients arriving at the emergency room by using sound technical skills.
  • Prioritize care based on critical nature and severity of patient's condition.
  • Support the treatment floor and emergency service by performing a variety of nursing tasks.
  • Assist physicians with examinations, emergency procedures, and treatments.
  • Perform venipuncture, lab procedures and other diagnostics.
Requirements
  • A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in veterinary medicine as a Nurse is required.
  • Current CVT/LVT/RVT preferred or educational equivalent.
  • Broad knowledge of basic small animal medicine (pharmacology, proper restraint/handling, venipuncture, laboratory testing)
  • Sound understanding and knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and disease processes
  • Attention to detail and a calm demeanor
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Our top tier benefits include

  • Leading industry compensation
  • Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid volunteer time off
  • Continuing education paid time off and allowance (for licensed and non-licensed team members)
  • Retirement plan including matching funds
  • Pet adoption reimbursement
  • Mentorship with a team dedicated to Education and Development
  • Emotional support and well-being benefits for team members
  • Unlimited growth potential

At MVA, YOU are our priority. If you're looking for a career where you can thrive, grow, and truly make a difference, we’d love to have you join our team!

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JOB LOCATION:
Norristown, PA 19401

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