The Veterinary Technician is a medical professional who provides advanced nursing care and technical support to veterinarians in a fast-paced veterinary hospital environment. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care; supporting efficient medical workflows; and serving as a clinical resource for the healthcare team. Veterinary technicians practice in accordance with their education, training, and credential, and play a key role in patient advocacy, medical quality, and client education.
Core Responsibilities
Patient Care & Nursing Practice
- Provide comprehensive nursing care across all phases of the patient experience, including intake, diagnostics, treatment, procedures, anesthesia, and recovery
- Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor vital signs and clinical status, and document findings accurately in the medical record
- Calculate, prepare, administer, and monitor medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed by a veterinarian and permitted by law
- Assist with diagnostic procedures, including laboratory testing, imaging preparation, and sample collection
- Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition
- Advocate for patient safety, comfort, pain management, and evidence-based medical care
Team-Based Care & Workflow Efficiency
- Work collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and client service team to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient care delivery
- Partner with veterinary assistants to support efficient, team-based care by ensuring responsibilities align with each role’s intended scope and skill set.
- Support the development of the healthcare team through collaborative learning, knowledge-sharing, and clinical guidance.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, communication, and patient care
Client Communication & Education
- Provide clear, compassionate education to clients regarding diagnostics, treatments, medications, and ongoing care
- Reinforce medical recommendations and ensure client understanding
- Support client understanding of recommended treatments by answering appropriate questions and providing calm, compassionate communication during difficult situations.
Professional Practice & Compliance
- Practice in accordance with applicable state or provincial veterinary practice acts and hospital policies
- Comply with all hospital protocols, including but not limited to safety practices, infection control standards, and controlled substance procedures.
- Demonstrate ethical conduct, accountability, and professionalism
Hospital Operations & Collaboration
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
- Properly use, clean, and maintain medical equipment and supplies
- Collaborate effectively with the entire healthcare team to support patient care and hospital operations
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program preferred
- Credentialed, licensed, or registered as required by state or provincial regulation
- Strong clinical, technical, communication, and organizational skills
- Experience in emergency, specialty, or high-acuity practice
- Interest in leadership, training, or advanced clinical development
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift patients for extended periods
- Manual dexterity to perform clinical procedures
- Ability to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Company Description
East End Veterinary Medical Centre is a 6-doctor small animal practice located in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Providing care to the community since 2007.
