Certified Veterinary Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania
Certified Veterinary Technician jobs in Pennsylvania represent an active and growing market, with openings concentrated in companion animal clinics, emergency and specialty hospitals, research institutions, and zoo or wildlife facilities at experience levels from new graduate through senior technician. The heaviest hiring activity centers on Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley, where established employers such as the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, NovaBay Pharmaceuticals, and VCA Animal Hospitals maintain consistent staffing needs. Emergency and critical care, anesthesia, and diagnostic imaging are the specialties drawing the strongest demand from Pennsylvania practices. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment, balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.
In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, maintenance, and recovery, including troubleshooting
- Assisting in surgery, including patient prep, setup, and recovery
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Running in-house laboratory diagnostics, including microscopy
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
This role is ideal for detail-oriented technicians who are passionate about exceptional patient and client care and ready to work at the top of their license in a supportive, team-focused environment.
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: Up to $25.00 per hour, for each hour worked, based on skills and experience
- Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a 4 x 10 schedule and availability needed Monday–Friday, with rotating weekend shifts every 4–5 weeks.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing CVT credentials in the state of Pennsylvania
- CE allowance: up to $1,000 annually based on tenure
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
- Penn Foster tuition covered for team members pursuing credentialing
- Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law.
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 2+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience preferred
- Active, good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license in Pennsylvania required
- Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Client communication and exam room workflow
- Phlebotomy and IV catheter placement
- Anesthesia maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Accurate medical record documentation
Why choose Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic?
Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic in Muncy, PA is a 7-doctor small animal hospital with roughly 50 team members and 12 exam rooms. Services include wellness and preventive care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, dentistry with digital dental radiography, in-house IDEXX diagnostics, digital radiography, ultrasound, boarding, and grooming. It's a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong technician utilization and efficient workflows.
What sets us apart is our low turnover and long-tenured team. We've built a close-knit, supportive culture where people enjoy working together and often connect outside of the hospital. We've grown significantly over the years while intentionally keeping a collaborative, community-focused feel.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a busy, hands-on setting and wants to be part of a stable, well-structured practice with a strong team culture and diverse caseload exposure.
Apply today. We look forward to hearing from you!
#LI-KG1
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment, balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.
In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, maintenance, and recovery, including troubleshooting
- Assisting in surgery, including patient prep, setup, and recovery
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Running in-house laboratory diagnostics, including microscopy
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
This role is ideal for detail-oriented technicians who are passionate about exceptional patient and client care and ready to work at the top of their license in a supportive, team-focused environment.
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: Up to $25.00 per hour, for each hour worked, based on skills and experience
- Schedule: This is a full-time position, with a 4 x 10 schedule and availability needed Monday–Friday, with rotating weekend shifts every 4–5 weeks.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing CVT credentials in the state of Pennsylvania
- CE allowance: up to $1,000 annually based on tenure
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
- Penn Foster tuition covered for team members pursuing credentialing
- Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law.
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 2+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience preferred
- Active, good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license in Pennsylvania required
- Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer, are encouraged to apply
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Client communication and exam room workflow
- Phlebotomy and IV catheter placement
- Anesthesia maintenance and troubleshooting
- Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Accurate medical record documentation
Why choose Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic?
Wolf Run Veterinary Clinic in Muncy, PA is a 7-doctor small animal hospital with roughly 50 team members and 12 exam rooms. Services include wellness and preventive care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, dentistry with digital dental radiography, in-house IDEXX diagnostics, digital radiography, ultrasound, boarding, and grooming. It's a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong technician utilization and efficient workflows.
What sets us apart is our low turnover and long-tenured team. We've built a close-knit, supportive culture where people enjoy working together and often connect outside of the hospital. We've grown significantly over the years while intentionally keeping a collaborative, community-focused feel.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a busy, hands-on setting and wants to be part of a stable, well-structured practice with a strong team culture and diverse caseload exposure.
Apply today. We look forward to hearing from you!
#LI-KG1
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified veterinary technician jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania veterinary technician certification through the State Board of Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) passage required by most Pennsylvania employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program
- Proficiency in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and patient monitoring under veterinarian supervision
- Experience with practice management software such as Avimark, Cornerstone, or ImproMed
- Current rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis or willingness to obtain prior to patient-facing work
Certified Veterinary Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified veterinary technician in Pennsylvania?
To become a certified veterinary technician in Pennsylvania, you must graduate from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program, pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination, and register with the Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medicine, which issues the official CVT credential. Applications are submitted through the Pennsylvania Department of State. Renewal is required every two years and includes continuing education hours as set by the board.
How much do certified veterinary technicians make in Pennsylvania?
Certified veterinary technicians in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $46,430 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,480 for the lowest 10% to over $60,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire certified veterinary technicians in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring certified veterinary technicians in Pennsylvania right now include Mission Pet Health, Petco, and NVA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's density of specialty referral hospitals, university veterinary programs, and corporate general-practice groups means full-time positions with benefits are far more common here than in many other states.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most certified veterinary technician jobs?
Muncy, Allentown, and Middletown account for the largest share of certified veterinary technician openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its concentration of specialty and emergency hospitals, university affiliates, and corporate clinic chains, while Pittsburgh's strong medical and research infrastructure drives demand there, and the Lehigh Valley's rapid suburban growth has brought a surge of general and urgent-care practices that hire consistently.
Are there remote certified veterinary technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they are rare. Veterinary technology is a hands-on clinical role, so the overwhelming majority of positions require on-site patient care. About 8% of certified veterinary technician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those few positions are almost exclusively in telehealth triage, veterinary billing auditing, or pharmaceutical or medical-device technical support roles that draw on clinical knowledge without requiring direct animal handling.
How can I get hired as a certified veterinary technician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a veterinary assistant or kennel technician role at a Pennsylvania multi-doctor practice or emergency hospital while completing or having just completed an AVMA-accredited program. Large Pennsylvania employers such as the University of Pennsylvania Ryan Veterinary Hospital and regional VCA and BluePearl locations run new-graduate onboarding tracks that pair you with a credentialed technician mentor. Holding your CVT credential from the Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medicine before your first application gives you a clear advantage over candidates who have not yet tested, even with limited clinical hours.
Where can I find and apply to certified veterinary technician jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to certified veterinary technician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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