Experience Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Highland Park Animal Hospital in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Veterinary Technician to provide high-quality care for dogs and cats and support veterinarians across appointments, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures. The hospital is a progressive, full-service facility with advanced diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, emergency and urgent care, and other services. It has served the Dallas community for more than 57 years and operates in a modern, three-story facility. The role offers exposure to a broad range of medical and surgical cases in a collaborative team environment. Services include preventative and wellness care, emergency and urgent care, advanced orthopedic surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, endoscopy, ultrasonography, radiology, laser therapy, in-house laboratory diagnostics, grooming, and boarding. The hospital offers compensation and benefits, along with training and career development intended to support a long-term career in veterinary medicine.
Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Veterinary Technician.
- Proficiency with IV catheter placement and venipuncture.
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical support.
- Strong knowledge of vaccines and preventative care.
- Excellent communication and client education skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care.
- Desire to continue learning and developing a veterinary career.
Nice To Haves
- LVT, RVT, or CVT credential preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality patient care for dogs and cats.
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
- Place IV catheters and collect blood samples.
- Monitor patients and assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures.
- Administer medications by IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes.
- Educate clients about vaccines, preventative care, and treatment plans.
- Support radiology, ultrasonography, and laboratory diagnostics.
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records.
- Communicate effectively with clients and veterinary team members.
- Collaborate with the team to provide an exceptional patient and client experience.
Benefits
- Exceptional compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement for an accredited Veterinary Technology program
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Training and career development opportunities
- Paid license fees and professional dues
- Generous continuing education allowance
- Paid VTS specialization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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