Mixed-Animal Veterinary Technician — Growth & Training

Wilkinson-Veterinary-Clinic; Premont (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Bereavement

Parental Leave

CE Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Job summary

Wilkinson Veterinary Clinic in Premont, Texas is seeking a compassionate veterinary assistant/technician to join our four-veterinarian team. You will assist with restraining animals, collecting samples, imaging, surgeries, and patient care to a diverse animal population.

We offer hands-on and virtual training, a family-oriented environment, and benefits. Experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right candidate and value reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to be part of a collaborative team.
• Experience is helpful but training is provided for the right candidate.
• CVT/RVT/LVT credentials are a plus.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are required.
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback to grow in the role.
• Reliability, punctuality, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Able to lift at least 40 pounds and work in varying conditions.
• Ability to tolerate strong odors and animal-related noises.

Responsibilities

• Safely restrain animals and assist with patient triage.
• Collect, prepare, and process lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, skin).
• Perform diagnostic imaging and assist radiography; dental radiography is a plus.
• Support surgical procedures, prepare patients, monitor anesthesia.
• Administer medications and provide nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate updates to the team.
• Maintain accurate medical records and client histories.
• Communicate care plans professionally to clients and help maintain hospital flow.
• Cross-train in departments and assist wherever needed.

Skills

Positive attitude

Trainable

Team player

Animal handling exp

CVT/RVT/LVT credits

Communication skills

Reliability

Weekend work

Lift 40 lbs

Odor tolerance

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT credentials a plus

Vet training preferred

Job description

Wilkinson Veterinary Clinic in Premont, Texas is seeking a compassionate veterinary assistant/technician to join our four-veterinarian team. You will assist with restraining animals, collecting samples, imaging, surgeries, and patient care to a diverse animal population.

We offer hands-on and virtual training, a family-oriented environment, and benefits. Experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right candidate and value reliability and teamwork.