Veterinary Technician

Our South Philadelphia, Rittenhouse, and Bethayres locations are looking for experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our Team!  

Let us know what would make this a perfect position for you! 

What Makes World of Animals such a great veterinary hospital?  

Our team works closely together to provide excellent care to our patients, focusing not only on the bond between the patient and client but also on being advocates for them and the families who love them. As veterinary technician, you will be a crucial member of our care team. We are a multi-Doctor practice in wonderful Philadelphia that offers general medicine, surgery, dentistry, digital radiology, and in-house laboratory.  

As a member of our team, you will receive training, continuing education, and an opportunity to rotate through the various technician assignment areas.     

When you join our team, you will join a group of like-minded individuals that always make sure that Pets Come First.  It is an important core value of World of Animals Veterinary Hospitals and we choose our family of CSRs, assistants, technicians and doctors with that fundamental principle in mind. 

Why World of Animals?

• World of Animals has several locations in Pennsylvania, we are always looking for energetic and positive people to join our family. We believe in giving pets the longest, healthiest life with those who love them. 
• Philadelphia is Pennsylvania's largest city! It's known for rich American history, being where Independence Hall is located, the home of the Liberty Bell, amongst many other historical and contemporary sites! Whether you're a history buff, a hockey lover, or even an explorer of foods and architecture, Philadelphia is perfect for you! All five of our World of Animal locations are within a thirty minute or less drive from the heart of Pennsylvania!
• Clinic hours: Mon – Fri 9:00 am – 7:00 pm | Sat – Sun 9:00 am – 1 pm | (Hours vary slightly between locations!) 
• Generous compensation – Competitive wage + production, commensurate with experience
• You become family when you join one of the World of Animal hospitals and because of this, we focus on the ever changing world and how to balance work-life and family-life in a career that you love!

All our Benefits are rooted in ownership, growth, and well-being:  

• Veterinary Stock Ownership Plan (VSOP®)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Pet Health Discounts
• Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health savings account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

WE BELIEVE IN VETERINARY OWNERSHIP  

VSOP® is an innovative way to have ownership in your hospital. It will provide you with the tools to grow both financially and professionally, without upfront monetary investment. As the hospital grows from your hard work and dedication, so will the value of your VSOP®.  

SUVETO VETERINARY HEALTH 

We are part of an innovative network of hospitals that are owned and operated by the veterinarians working in each hospital. Suveto is not corporate ownership, nor private practice, but enjoys the best parts and benefits of both.

Are you our perfect technician?  

The best candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of veterinary experience, a CVT is preferred. They will have strong communication skills, be enthusiastic, reliable, detail-oriented, interested in learning and working as part of a team. Our Technicians are responsible for carrying out the Veterinarian's instructions, assisting in exam rooms and surgery, managing their time, communicating with the team and with our clients, care of patients, collecting and preparing laboratory samples, venipuncture, radiology, use of computers and preparing prescriptions. 

We would prefer proficiency in the following nursing skills:  

• Venipuncture 
• I.V. catheter placement 
• Radiology positioning 
• Animal handling/restraint

Our team is very important to us, and the following skills are desired to keep our high level of teamwork intact:  

• Outstanding customer service skills 
• Excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills 
• Ability to prioritize and think quickly 
• Extraordinary attention to detail and thorough follow-through 
• Strong computer skills 
• Team player 
• Graduation from an AVMA accredited program  (preferred)
• Passing the Veterinary Technician National Examination (preferred)
• Knowledge of In-house lab equipment  (preferred)

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

License/Certification:

Work Location: One location