Veterinary Technician

Innovetive Petcare•Garland, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Country Brook Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our growing veterinary team in Garland, Texas. Whether you're a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Veterinary Nurse, or an experienced Veterinary Assistant with advanced technical skills, we'd love to meet you. If you enjoy building strong client relationships, providing exceptional patient care, and working alongside a supportive team that values growth and collaboration, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. At Country Brook Animal Hospital, we believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with exceptional people. We foster a positive, team-oriented culture where veterinary professionals are encouraged to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant with advanced technical skills
Strong knowledge of veterinary medicine and patient care
Excellent communication and client service skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced veterinary environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Venipuncture and blood collection
IV catheter placement and maintenance
Medication calculations and administration
Fluid therapy management
Anesthesia monitoring
Surgical assistance
Digital radiography
Laboratory diagnostics
Animal restraint and handling
Medical record documentation
Emergency patient support and CPR
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout scheduled shifts
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently and assist with larger patients as needed
Ability to safely handle dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments

Nice To Haves

RVT, LVT, or CVT credentials
Experience with anesthesia monitoring
Surgical assistance experience
Digital radiography experience
In-house laboratory diagnostic experience

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessments and obtain accurate medical histories
Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes in condition
Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, and oral routes
Calculate and administer fluid therapy accurately
Place and maintain intravenous catheters
Monitor and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, and respiration
Provide compassionate nursing care and patient comfort
Assist with medical treatments and patient recovery
Collect blood, urine, fecal, and cytology samples
Perform venipuncture and laboratory sample preparation
Run in-house laboratory diagnostics including CBCs, urinalysis, fecals, and infectious disease testing
Prepare and evaluate laboratory samples
Assist with ECGs and diagnostic testing
Prepare patients for surgical procedures
Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia
Monitor anesthetic depth, ECG, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, and temperature
Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures
Maintain accurate anesthesia and surgical records
Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments and equipment
Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs
Position patients safely and effectively
Follow radiation safety protocols and OSHA standards
Assist with digital imaging management
Educate pet owners regarding treatments, medications, preventative care, and post-operative instructions
Provide discharge instructions and answer client questions
Deliver compassionate support during difficult medical situations and end-of-life care
Build trusting relationships with clients through exceptional service
Assist with triage and urgent patient care when needed
Perform basic life support and CPR
Monitor critical patients and maintain accurate medical records
Assist veterinarians during emergency procedures