Veterinary Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

Veterinary Technician jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated across private companion animal practices, emergency and specialty hospitals, and research institutions affiliated with the state's veterinary schools. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley are the largest hiring metros, where employers like University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospital, VCA Animal Hospitals, and Banfield Pet Hospital maintain ongoing staffing needs. Emergency and critical care, anesthesia support, and internal medicine assisting are the most in-demand specializations across Pennsylvania postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles168+
Top employerBluePearl Pet Hospital
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring83
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAnimal Care

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Experienced Veterinary Technician
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Experienced Veterinary Technician
Main Street Animal Hospital
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
$23 - $28/hr
On-Site
Veterinary Technician Certification

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Emergency Veterinary Technician - Night shift
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Emergency Veterinary Technician - Night shift
Shores VEC
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
$20 - $34/hr
On-Site
Veterinary Technician Certification

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Oncology Veterinary Technician
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Oncology Veterinary Technician
Ethos Veterinary Health
Malvern, Pennsylvania
Animal Care & Husbandry
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
$24 - $34/hr
Veterinary Technician Certification
10,000+

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Veterinary Technician Assistant - Surgery
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Veterinary Technician Assistant - Surgery
Metropolitan Veterinary Associates
Norristown, Pennsylvania
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
51-200

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Veterinary Technician
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Veterinary Technician
Whitelands Animal Hospital
Malvern, Pennsylvania
Animal Care & Husbandry
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Veterinary Technician Certification

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Veterinary Technician Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
17 jobs
Philadelphia
9 jobs
Langhorne
8 jobs
Norristown
8 jobs
Plymouth Meeting
8 jobs
Malvern
6 jobs
Conshohocken
5 jobs
Reading
4 jobs
Allentown
4 jobs

Veterinary Technician Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • BluePearl Pet Hospital23
  • Metropolitan Veterinary Associates15
  • VCA Animal Hospitals13
  • NVA6
  • VEG ER for Pets6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Animal Care & Pet Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in veterinary technician jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Active Pennsylvania Veterinary Technician certification through the State Board of Veterinary Medicine required
  • Veterinary Technology degree from an AVMA-accredited program strongly preferred by Pennsylvania employers
  • Hands-on clinical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, and anesthesia monitoring
  • Experience with electronic medical record systems such as Avimark, Cornerstone, or Shepherd
  • Ability to handle and restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments safely
  • Strong client communication skills and ability to relay discharge instructions clearly

Veterinary Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a veterinary technician in Pennsylvania?

To work as a veterinary technician in Pennsylvania you must obtain certification through the Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medicine, which requires graduating from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program and passing the Veterinary Technician National Examination. Once you pass, you register with the board and renew your certification on a biennial basis. Many Pennsylvania community colleges and universities, including Penn Foster and Manor College, offer accredited programs that fulfill these requirements.

How much do veterinary technicians make in Pennsylvania?

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 veterinary technicians in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring veterinary technicians in Pennsylvania right now include BluePearl Pet Hospital, Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, and VCA Animal Hospitals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of specialty referral hospitals and university-affiliated clinics means many openings come from larger multi-department practices rather than single-doctor offices.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most veterinary technician jobs?

Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Langhorne have the most veterinary technician openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of the density of specialty and emergency hospitals, the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospital, and a large suburban pet-owning population, while Pittsburgh's anchor veterinary practices and the Lehigh Valley's growing residential base drive openings in those markets.

Are there remote veterinary technician jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. Veterinary technician work is almost entirely hands-on, requiring in-person patient care, so remote roles represent only a small fraction of available positions. About 0% of veterinary technician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those are mostly limited to veterinary triage advice lines or telehealth support roles rather than clinical positions.

How can I get hired as a veterinary technician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is to apply for veterinary assistant or kennel technician roles at Pennsylvania practices while completing or just finishing an AVMA-accredited program, then transition into a technician role once you have your certification. Large emergency and specialty groups like BluePearl Pet Hospital locations in Pennsylvania regularly hire new graduates into supervised technician roles. Externships through accredited Pennsylvania programs also convert to job offers at a meaningful rate, so completing your clinical hours at a target employer is a direct way in.

Where can I find and apply to veterinary technician jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to veterinary technician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across companion animal practices, emergency hospitals, and specialty centers. Find roles that fit your experience level and location and apply directly through each listing.

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