Vet Technician Assistant - Growth & Flexible Scheduling

CityVet Career Center; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401k

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

HSA options

Pet-care discounts

Uniform allowance

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Job summary

CityVet Career Center in Texas is hiring Veterinary Technician Assistants with a minimum of 1 year of veterinary experience. Entry-level candidates are welcome, and we are willing to train the right person to grow with our clinics.

You will support the Veterinary Technician and Veterinarian, prepare patients for medical, surgical, and dental procedures, assist with triage, document treatment plans, and help the front office communicate with clients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years old 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.
• Excellent communication & listening skills.
• Self-motivated & team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Veterinary Technician (VT) in preparing patients for medical, surgical, and dental surgeries by assisting in the administration of anesthesia and properly restraining the patients as needed for examination and treatment.
• Effectively partner with the Veterinarian and Veterinary Technician (VT) Teams to administer proper patient triage protocol based on the client and facilities' needs and capabilities in a fast-paced and effective manner.
• Aid Veterinary Technicians (VT) with booked appointments, walk-ins, and work-ins, including recording observations/treatment plans in the patient file, and aid in the performance of medical treatments under doctor supervision.
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Veterinary terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CityVet Career Center in Texas is hiring Veterinary Technician Assistants with a minimum of 1 year of veterinary experience. Entry-level candidates are welcome, and we are willing to train the right person to grow with our clinics.

You will support the Veterinary Technician and Veterinarian, prepare patients for medical, surgical, and dental procedures, assist with triage, document treatment plans, and help the front office communicate with clients.