Universal City - Veterinary Technician

CityVet Support Staff; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement match

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Parental leave

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Telemedicine for team

Job summary

CityVet - Universal City is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant with a minimum of 1 year in the veterinary field. This on-site role involves assisting veterinarians, preparing patients for procedures, and communicating care plans to clients.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to restrain animals, and a willingness to lift up to 50 lbs. Compensation is experience-based with benefits to follow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience.
• Ability to properly and safely restrain animals.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and medications.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians by prepping patients for surgery and monitoring post-op.
• Obtain samples (stool, blood, etc.) for testing and help interpret results.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and anesthesia as directed.
• Communicate with clients regarding care plans and instructions.
• Support client service staff and maintain clinic organization.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At CityVet, care is personal. It’s the way we care for our patients, connect with our clients, and support one another. Our vet-led clinics are built around people who are passionate about making a difference and empowered to provide care in a way that feels authentic to them. When you join CityVet, you’re joining a team that values who you are, invests in where you want to go, and believes the best care starts with people who truly care. That’s Your Kind of Care.

We are looking for the right person to join our team!

CityVet - Universal City is looking for Veterinary Technicians to join our team! A Veterinary Technician Assistant will be considered (with a minimum of 1-year experience).

Compensation is based on experience and education.

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Technician (VT) is responsible for maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by helping the Veterinarian leverage their time and efforts to meet the needs of their clients and patients. The Veterinary Technician works to relieve the Veterinarian from technical work and administrative detail to achieve greater levels of efficiency in daily practice. Veterinary Technicians help facilitate and streamline communication from the operating room to the front office staff and most importantly, the client.

A day in the life:

• Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery (administer anesthesia/take x-rays/gather lab specimen), monitor patients post-op & restrain animals during exams
• Obtain Samples - gather stool, blood, and other samples for testing
• Testing - test the samples gathered and help to interpret the results
• Administer Medications - give patients accurate dosage of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other medications indicated by the DVM
• Client Communication - obtain medical information from the clients and provide the client proper instruction on how to care for the animal under the veterinarian’s plan of care
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed
• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated & team-oriented

Caring For You

We know that caring for people and their pets requires energy, empathy, and resilience, so we make it a priority to care for our people by investing in programs, resources, and benefits that support their professional and personal well-being. Eligible Team Members may choose from a range of benefits that help support them and their families through every stage of life.

• Investment in Your Future. A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match, a Health Savings Account option, and growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance.Enjoy paid time off and floating holidays, flexible schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Exceptional Health and Supplemental Benefits. Health, Dental (+Adult Ortho option!), Vision, Disability, & Life Insurance, Personal Pet-Care Program, Employee Discount Program.
• Care When You Need It. We provide free telemedicine for all full-time team members and their families, as well as comprehensive in-the-moment mental health benefits through our robust Employee Assistance Program.

Qualified resume submissions are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses will be kept confidential. Completion of this form is VOLUNTARY and your decision not to complete it will NOT preclude you from employment consideration.

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