Veterinary Technician – Emergency & Critical Care
Veterinary Technician – Emergency & Critical Care
Quakertown, PA | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Evening, Overnight & Weekend Overnight Shifts
Shift Differential: Earn up to $3.50/hour | Overnight positions eligible for up to $3,000 sign-on bonus
Advance Your Skills in a High-Volume, Mixed Animal Hospital
Looking for a role where no two shifts are the same?
Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is a busy 24-hour hospital providing both emergency and general practice services. Our team cares for a diverse range of patients—from dogs and cats to exotics, equine, and farm animals—offering technicians the chance to gain hands-on experience with a wide variety of medical and surgical cases.
We're seeking Veterinary Technicians who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy critical thinking, and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.
Current Opportunities
- Emergency Veterinary Technician
- Overnight Veterinary Technician
- ICU Veterinary Technician
- Weekend Overnight Veterinary Technician
Select overnight positions may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
What You'll Do
As part of our Emergency & Critical Care team, you'll play a key role in patient care from admission through recovery.
Responsibilities may include:
- Assessing and prioritizing incoming emergency cases
- Assisting veterinarians with diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Collecting laboratory samples and performing venipuncture
- Placing and maintaining IV catheters
- Administering medications and treatments
- Monitoring anesthesia and patient recovery
- Obtaining diagnostic imaging
- Providing nursing care for hospitalized patients
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Communicating with clients regarding patient status and care plans
- Supporting both small animal and occasional large animal cases
- Advocating for patient comfort using low-stress handling techniques
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a veterinary hospital setting
- Emergency, ICU, or specialty experience is a plus
- CVT, LVT, or RVT credentials preferred but not required
- Strong technical and patient care skills
- Ability to remain calm and organized during busy shifts
- Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
- Flexibility to support rotating weekends and holiday schedules
Why Join Quakertown Veterinary Clinic?
- Work alongside experienced doctors and technicians
- Exposure to emergency, critical care, surgical, and multi-species medicine
- Opportunities for continued learning and career growth
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
Benefits Include
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education support and free RACE-approved CE
- Annual scrub allowance
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
- Employee pet care discounts
- Team recognition and incentive programs
Make an Impact When Pets Need It Most
Whether you're looking to expand your emergency medicine skills, transition into critical care, or join a hospital that values professional growth, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and discover what makes Quakertown Veterinary Clinic a rewarding place to build your veterinary career.