Compassionate Veterinary Technician - Surgery and Dentistry

United Veterinary Care; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

PTO + paid holidays

Employer-paid short-term disability &

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Vet and boarding discounts

Ongoing training and development

Team-first culture

Job summary

Firehouse Animal Health Center Westlake in Austin, TX is hiring a Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced, team‑oriented hospital. You will assist with exams, anesthesia, dentistry, and radiology while delivering high‑quality patient care.

We offer ongoing training and development, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k) with match, PTO, and employer‑paid disability and life insurance. If you love medicine and people, apply today.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Veterinary Technician experience preferred.
• Experience with anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, and patient care preferred.
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Experience with exotics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with appointments, exams, and treatments.
• Provide surgical support, including anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery.
• Support dentistry procedures, including dental radiographs and prophylaxis.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory preparation, and sample collection; capture digital radiographs and assist with diagnostics.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care.
• Assist in urgent and emergency cases as needed.
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate medical records and support hospital workflow.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Anesthesia

Dentistry

Radiology

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Exotics (nice to have)

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Firehouse Animal Health Center Westlake in Austin, TX is hiring a Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced, team‑oriented hospital. You will assist with exams, anesthesia, dentistry, and radiology while delivering high‑quality patient care.

We offer ongoing training and development, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k) with match, PTO, and employer‑paid disability and life insurance. If you love medicine and people, apply today.