Locum (Relief) Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Educational training program

Community location

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

VCA Veterinarian Hospitals in Houston seeks a Locum (Relief) Veterinary Technician to join our team. The role supports high-quality medicine and patient care with anesthesia, surgery, and diagnostic imaging expertise.

Ideal candidates are Texas-credentialed technicians with emergency or specialty care experience, strong communication, and the flexibility to work nights, weekends, or holidays in a fast-paced setting; a collaborative, compassionate approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT) in Texas (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in emergency and specialty veterinary settings preferred.
• Strong clinical skills with proficiency in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and critical or specialty care preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and pet owners.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and compassion.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, potentially including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with a range of advanced veterinary procedures, including anesthesia, surgery, and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitor and manage critically ill and injured patients, providing support and care under the supervision of veterinarians.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including obtaining patient histories, performing triage and TPR, and understanding diagnostic results.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed, and document all care provided.
• Utilize and maintain medical equipment and instruments, ensuring adherence to sterilization and safety protocols.
• Provide compassionate care and communicate effectively with pet owners, educating them on treatment plans, procedures, and at-home care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex cases and prioritize patient needs in a high-stress environment.

Skills

Emergency care

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia

Patient care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (Texas)

Tools

Surgical instruments

Diagnostic imaging equipment

Sterilization protocols

Job description

We are seeking an Locum (Relief) Veterinary Technician to join our team at VCA Veterinarian Hospitals in Houston and surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

Why we love VCA:

• Small hospital feel with big company support
• Competitive compensation ($17 - $24, hourly)
• Flexible Schedules
• Supportive, multi-faceted, educational training program
• We are focused on your career growth; we empower you with all the knowledge and skill you need to be successful
• Great community location close to food options, fitness centers and shopping
• Access to “Perkspot”- receive coupons and discounts for anything you can imagine

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and assist with a range of advanced veterinary procedures, including anesthesia, surgery, and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitor and manage critically ill and injured patients, providing support and care under the supervision of veterinarians.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including obtaining patient histories, performing triage and TPR, and understanding diagnostic results.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed, and document all care provided.
• Utilize and maintain medical equipment and instruments, ensuring adherence to sterilization and safety protocols.
• Provide compassionate care and communicate effectively with pet owners, educating them on treatment plans, procedures, and at-home care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex cases and prioritize patient needs in a high-stress environment.

Qualifications:

• Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT) in Texas (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in emergency and specialty veterinary settings is preferred.
• Strong clinical skills with proficiency in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and critical or specialty care is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and pet owners.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and compassion.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, potentially including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

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

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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