Veterinary Technician-1
About The Position
Andrews Veterinary Clinic in Andrews, Texas, is hiring a Veterinary Technician for its high-volume, fast-paced practice, which provides preventative and urgent care to a variety of species. The clinic has served the community since 1963 and describes itself as a collaborative, team-oriented hospital focused on compassionate service, quality medicine, strong technical skills, clear communication, and a positive attitude. Technicians contribute to wellness care, diagnostics, surgery, and client education, supporting quality experiences for patients and their owners. The position requires weekend work and participation in a rotating on-call schedule. AmeriVet supports employees’ growth, development, well-being, and success through development programs, mentorship, career pathing, and career advancement opportunities. The posting lists competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, student loan assistance, health, dental, vision and life insurance, mental health resources, paid time off, and holidays. It notes that listed benefits apply to full-time employees.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of veterinary clinical experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
- Comfort working in a high-volume practice and ability to multitask.
- Willingness to work weekends and a rotating on-call schedule.
- Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
- Experience with appropriate animal handling and restraint for a variety of species.
- Ability to perform nursing care in a hospital or outdoor setting.
- Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Phlebotomy and IV catheter placement skills.
- Laboratory skills, including cytology setup and interpretation.
Nice To Haves
- Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience, including intubation, monitoring, and pre-operative and post-operative care.
- Dental experience, including scaling, polishing, charting, and radiographs.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care across wellness, diagnostic, and surgical services.
- Handle and restrain a variety of animal species appropriately.
- Perform nursing care in a hospital or outdoor setting.
- Perform phlebotomy and place IV catheters.
- Communicate with clients and support client education.
- Work weekends and participate in a rotating on-call schedule.
Benefits
- Referral program with paid referral rewards.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
- Monthly paid continuing education programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost.
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
- Competitive pay.
- Performance bonuses.
- 401(k) matching.
- Student loan assistance.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Supportive, collaborative environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
