Description
Are you a veterinary technician looking to save and improve the lives of pets with high quality medical care? If you share this goal and want to work with a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Since 1996, Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center (VCVREC), a privately owned, 24/7 AAHA accredited specialty and emergency hospital located in Whitehall, Pennsylvania, is currently seeking Experienced Emergency Veterinary Technicians. We are a fast paced and growing Center currently seeking to fill part-time and full-time positions in our Emergency Department.
VCVREC provides advanced specialty and emergency care in Acupuncture, Behavior, Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Nuclear Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Surgery. Our team is committed to delivering the highest standard of medicine while maintaining a compassionate, team-oriented approach to patient and client care.
Our modern 12,000 square foot facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities including digital radiography, full anesthesia and patient monitoring systems, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, Vimago 3D HD CT imaging, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, in house blood bank, laparoscopy, arthroscopy, endoscopy, and more.
Located in eastern Pennsylvania, the Lehigh Valley offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. The region is home to vibrant communities including Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, and provides easy access to major metropolitan areas such as Philadelphia, New York City, and Washington, D.C.
More Than a Job, A Team and Community
At Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center, you will become part of a compassionate and collaborative team that truly enjoys working together. Our doctors, technicians, and support staff build meaningful relationships both inside and outside of the hospital, creating an environment centered around teamwork, respect, and shared success.
We are committed to fostering long term career satisfaction through mentorship, continuing education, collaboration, and work life balance. Whether supporting one another through challenging cases, celebrating personal and professional milestones, or simply enjoying time together outside of work, our team values connection and community.
We are seeking full-time and part-time experienced veterinary technicians and certified veterinary technicians who have a desire to save and improve pet lives. We have both daytime, mid-shifts, and overnight positions available. CVT is preferred but a minimum of 1-year veterinary technician experience is a must.
Qualifications:
- Experienced as a Veterinary Technician (credentialed or non-credentialed)
- Proficiency in basic technical skills (IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, triage, etc.)
- Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking abilities
- A strong work ethic
- Passion for patient care and client support
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, swing shift, and holidays as needed
Responsibilities:
- As an ER Veterinary Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting our emergency doctors and patients across different services
- Perform and support inpatient and outpatient care, including triage, diagnostics, treatments, and discharges
- Manage labs, bloodwork, radiographs, and medication administration (IV, IM, SQ, oral)
- Perform CPR, administer oxygen, and stabilize critical patients in emergency situations
- Accurately dose and administer critical care drugs, fluids, and pain management.
- Provide clear, compassionate client communication and education
- Maintain accurate medical records and patient logs (SOAPs)
- Monitor hospitalized patients, collaborate on rounds, and support overnight emergencies (if applicable)
Below is a list of some of our benefits:
We are currently offering a $5000.00 Sign-On Bonus to qualified CVT candidates
$2000.00 Sign-on Bonus for NON CVTs with minimum 2-year ER experience.
- Salary range $21.00 - 30.00 depending on ER experience and certification
- Flexible Schedule
- Complimentary Life Insurance; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
- 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 1 year of employment
- PPO medical insurance
- Dental Insurance; includes a 100% employer-paid premium option for team members
- Vision Insurance; includes a 100% employer-paid premium option for team members
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability options (covered by employee)
- Accident and Critical Illness options (covered by employee)
- Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Continuing Education Program
- Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
- Paid time off - inclusive of sick, personal, and CE
- AVMA Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT) provided
- Reimbursement for: Veterinary License and specialty dues
- Free membership to OntheFloor@Dove
We believe the best emergency and specialty care comes from a team united for a common purpose: delivering exceptional medicine with compassion, integrity, respect, selflessness, and accountability. These values are more than words, they are the foundation of our culture and guide how we collaborate, communicate, support one another, and celebrate successes together.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please visit our website at VCVREC.com. If you are interested in becoming part of our exceptional team and practicing in a collaborative specialty and emergency center with a diverse caseload, please send your CV to allyson@vcvrec.com or contact Allyson at 610.435.1553.
