Emergency Veterinary Technician - Locum

VCA Animal Hospitals; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency team on a per diem basis at our Texas facility. The role offers $25-$30/hr with differential pay for swing/overnight/weekend shifts, and a chance to be part of a state-of-the-art, 25,000 sq. ft.

hospital. We value growth, mentorship, and career development, inviting you to collaborate with a world-class medical team focused on patient care, learning, and well-being.

Qualifications

• Duties focus on veterinary technician tasks.
• Clinical skills expected for emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Anesthesia monitoring/recovery
• Full Technician Skill Utilization
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Monitoring and caring for critical patients
• Participate in CPR
• Calculate drug doses
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients

Skills

Venipuncture

IVC placement

Job description

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital (formerly VCA Animal Diagnostic Clinic) is seeking an enthusiastic Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency team on a per diem basis!

Location:

17727 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75287

Compensation - $25-$30/hr. based on experience.

Differential pay for swing/overnight/weekend shift.

VCA Dallas Animal Specialty Hospital is excited to welcome a Veterinary Technician to our Emergency team. As we transition into our new name and state-of-the-art facility, our longstanding commitment to excellence in patient care, team development, and collaborative medicine remains unchanged.

Our brand-new, 25,000 sq. ft. hospital is one of the most advanced in the region, featuring cutting-edge technology.

At VCA, we are committed to growth, mentorship, and career development for every team member. Our hospital culture encourages continuous learning, innovation, and support. Whether you’re early in your veterinary career or looking to expand your skills, this is a place where you can grow alongside a world-class medical team that values your contributions and well-being.

Veterinary Technician Duties:

• Anesthesia monitoring/recovery
• Full Technician Skill Utilization
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Monitoring and caring for critical patients
• Participate in CPR
• Calculate drug doses
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients

Available Position:

Per Diem

What Makes VCA Animal Diagnostic Clinic Unique?

We are passionate about our teams health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity , and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve while supporting a work-life balance.

Why You Should Consider Us

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and ensure we hire associates who are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats, and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more!

We look forward to getting to know you.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our career page at vcacareers.com

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.