Veterinary ECC Technician's Assistant, GCVS

Ethos Veterinary Health•Houston, TX

19d•$15 - $18

About The Position

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in the world of veterinary care? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? If you’re a highly organized, compassionate, and energetic individual with exceptional collaboration skills, we want you to join our team at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) as an ECC Technician’s Assistant. Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists is a leading provider of specialized care for companion animals. Dedicated to excellence, we work closely with the veterinary community to uphold the highest standards of treatment. Our advanced facility is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic technology, supported by a team of expert veterinary specialists and compassionate staff. At GCVS, we offer a comprehensive range of specialized services, including emergency and critical care, anesthesia and pain management, avian and exotic animal care, cardiology, dermatology and allergy treatment, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, sports medicine and rehabilitation, as well as surgery and orthopedics. The ECC Technician Assistant (TA) is responsible for providing compassionate and attentive care to all GCVS patients. Key duties include patient husbandry, departmental stocking and cleaning, assisting Veterinarians and Technicians during exams and patient workups, and maintaining detailed patient records throughout hospitalization. Strong communication with Doctors, Leadership, Charge Technicians, Technicians, Client Patient Coordinators, and fellow Technician Assistants is essential to effectively carry out delegated tasks and ensure quality outcomes. This role requires a reliable, proactive, high-energy individual capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Requirements

High School diploma is required.
Certification from a veterinary assistant program or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education / experience.
1-2 years of veterinary experience
Adapts positively to the ever-changing healthcare environment by supporting technology and process changes.
Must possess excellent listening and interpersonal skills and problem-solving methods.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

Support veterinarians and technicians with patient monitoring, including vitals, intake/output, and alert reporting.
Assist with clinical tasks such as diagnostics, sample collection, radiographs, triage, workups, and wound/bandage care.
Help care for hospitalized and emergency patients, including feeding, walking, weighing, and maintaining cleanliness.
Transport patients safely throughout the hospital for procedures and treatments.
Collect samples (urine, fecal, blood when approved).
Maintain a clean, stocked, and sanitized hospital environment, including laundry, dishes, equipment, and treatment areas.
Perform clerical duties such as documenting in medical records, typing, phone use, and learning required software.
Attend staff meetings, participate in check-ins, and help train new assistants or husbandry staff.
Provide safe patient restraint during exams and procedures.
Prepare workstations and materials for procedures and ongoing monitoring.
Assist with CPR recording, EKGs, oxygen cage setup, and crash cart stocking.
Handle animals calmly and safely during treatments and testing.
Apply basic knowledge of drugs, clinical procedures, and administrative processes.
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership or based on hospital needs.