Experienced Veterinary Technician

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Dallas seeks an Experienced Veterinary Technician to join their team. This role involves providing crucial medical support, assisting in surgical procedures, and fostering a nurturing environment for pets and their owners. Competitive benefits, ongoing training, and a commitment to employee growth make this an ideal position for someone passionate about veterinary care.

Benefits

Exceptional compensation

Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement for accredited Veterinary Technology programs

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Training and career development opportunities

Paid license fees and dues

Generous continuing education allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a veterinary technician.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience assisting in surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical support to veterinarians.
• Conduct intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture.
• Perform radiographs and assist in patient care.

Skills

Handling technical tasks

Client education and communication

Team collaboration

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification (LVT preferred)

Job description

Experienced Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dallas, Texas

Description

Are you passionate about supporting pets' health and well-being? Join us at Metro Paws Animal Hospital - Oak Cliff as a Veterinary Technician—a crucial member of our veterinary team! As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play a vital role in providing primary medical support to our veterinarians. By handling technical tasks and offering exceptional care to both owners and their furry companions, you'll enhance our team's efficiency. If you're seeking a nurturing environment that fosters employee growth while aiding pets in living long, healthy lives, apply today!

Here is What Your day May Consist of:

• Intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture
• Administer drugs (IV, SQ, Oral)
• Perform radiographs
• Assisting doctors with patient care, including obtaining blood and laboratory samples, patient restraint, and client education and communication
• Provide care to hospitalized patients and discharging patients after care is complete
• Conducting dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs
• Surgical preparation, monitoring, assisting and recovering patients
• Collaborating in a team environment

Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a veterinary technician
• LVT preferred but not required
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Prior experience assisting in surgical procedures
• Urgent care experience is a plus
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more
• Availability to work one weekend day (eligible for a $2/hour shift differential)

Scheduled shifts:

• Monday & Friday: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM (with a $2/hour differential after 8 PM)
• Tuesday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
• Shift flexibility is available

Here is What We Will Offer You:

• Exceptional compensation
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
• Retirement: 401(K) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Training and career development
• Paid license fees and dues
• Generous CE allowance
• Paid VTS specialization

Ready for your next Adventure to live your best Veterinary Lifestyle? Apply Today!!!

About Metro Paws Animal Hospital - Oak Cliff

Metro Paws Animal Hospital is a collaboration between three veterinary hospitals in the Dallas Metro area. Our locations are full-service, offering many additional services for dogs and cats in addition to wellness care and immunizations, boarding, dermatology, radiology, surgery, dentistry, and heartworm treatment.

In 2006, Metro Paws Animal Hospital - Skillman was founded by Drs. Jennifer Lavender and Kathryn Sarpong to offer Dallas residents personalized veterinary care for their dogs and cats. To better serve our clientele, a second location Metro Paws Animal - Oak Cliff was built in July 2012. Finally, Metro Paws Animal Hospital - White Rock, which opened in January 2016.

Our three locations offer general practice and holistic care approaches. We provide our teams with the tools and training necessary to feel confident in the job they do. We value continuing your education and personal development. We provide our team with every opportunity to continue to learn and grow. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

Metro Paws Animal Hospital - Oak Cliff is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Metro Paws Animal Hospital - Oak Cliff is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.