CityVet Castle Hills Veterinary Technician - VT
About The Position
CityVet is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join its veterinary clinic team. The role supports excellent patient care and clinic productivity by helping veterinarians with technical work and administrative details, improving efficiency in daily practice, and facilitating communication among the operating room, front-office staff, and clients. A Veterinary Technician Assistant may also be considered with at least one year of experience. Compensation is based on experience and education. The position includes preparing patients for surgery, collecting and testing samples, administering prescribed medications and vaccines, monitoring and restraining animals, and communicating with clients about medical history and care instructions. The technician may also assist the Client Service Specialist team as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
- At least one year of veterinary industry experience.
- Understanding of and ability to safely and properly restrain animals.
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and medication.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist height.
- Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- Self-motivated and team-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians by preparing patients for surgery, administering anesthesia, taking x-rays, gathering laboratory specimens, monitoring patients post-operatively, and restraining animals during examinations.
- Collect stool, blood, and other samples for testing.
- Test collected samples and help interpret results.
- Administer accurate dosages of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and other medications indicated by the veterinarian.
- Obtain medical information from clients and explain how to care for their animals under the veterinarian’s plan of care.
- Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed.
- Support clinic productivity and facilitate communication between the operating room, front office, and clients.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match.
- Health Savings Account option.
- Growth opportunities.
- Paid time off and floating holidays.
- Flexible schedules.
- Paid parental leave.
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Personal pet-care program.
- Employee discount program.
- Free telemedicine for full-time team members and their families.
- Employee Assistance Program with in-the-moment mental health benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
