Welcome to Penn Vet Tech

The Matthew J. Ryan Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (MJR VHUP) treats companion animals and has the largest caseload of a university-associated veterinary teaching hospital. Of the more than 28,000 patient visits annually, close to 12,000 come through the 24-hr Emergency Service. More than 50% of the cases are referrals from practitioners throughout the region. Ryan offers all veterinary specialties as well as a genetics and pediatric clinic, and grief counseling.

• The Hospital is staffed by 60 clinicians, 62 residents and interns, and close to 100 certified veterinary technicians (veterinary nurses).
• The Hospital has six sterile operation rooms and two minor surgery rooms.
• Diagnostics and treatment equipment include a CT scanner, several ultrasound stations, radiography equipment, operating microscope for delicate surgeries such as kidney transplants, equipment for cataract surgeries, endoscope, laparoscope, arthroscope, Doppler ultrasound for cardiac diagnostics.
• The Hospital’s Animal Bloodmobile makes trips to blood drives two to three times a week. About 1,000 canines are active donors.

MJR VHUP is seeking highly motivated veterinary technicians to join our family of esteemed clinicians and nurses. Our commitment to the highest standard of patient care is emphasized. Expand your skills in an academic environment with a strong emphasis on learning. The opportunity for advancement within our hospital is up to you. We strongly encourage voluntary promotions to nurse practitionerships within MJR VHUP when applicable.

All full time staff members of MJR VHUP enjoy the valuable benefit package that only a large university can offer. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid time off, sick leave, tax-deferred retirement plan, and tuition assistance for you and your family. In addition, we are offering an $8,000 signing bonus for all new Certified Veterinary Technicians.

Matthew J. Ryan Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is located in the University City District of Philadelphia. Being the 5th largest city in the United States, as well as the second-largest city on the East Coast, Philadelphia is a unique location that combines the excitement of a big city with the hospitality of a small town. From the diverse restaurants and nightlife of South Street, the boutiques and galleries of Manayunk, and the cheese steaks of South Philadelphia, it is a city rich in diversity and experiences. The perfect setting to live and work!