Veterinary Assistant/Technician

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Training & development

Continued education

Employee discounts

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Vickery Place Animal Hospital in Dallas, TX is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant or Technician to join our full-time team. You will support veterinarians, care for patients, and communicate with clients in a collaborative hospital setting.

You will expand your veterinary skills across preventative care, surgery prep, anesthesia, and diagnostics while delivering high-quality patient care. Join a supportive team focused on growth, education, and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
• Genuine passion for animal care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop new clinical skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care for hospitalized and outpatient patients.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery and other medical procedures.
• Obtain patient histories and monitor vital signs.
• Collect blood and other laboratory samples.
• Assist with diagnostics and in-house laboratory testing.
• Support radiology, ultrasound, endoscopy, and other diagnostic services.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures based on training and experience.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with clients about patient care and treatment instructions.
• Help patients feel safe and comfortable throughout their visit.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area.
• Work closely with doctors and teammates to provide an exceptional client and patient experience.

Skills

Vet Assistant exp

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Professionalism

Animal care passion

Busy hospital thrives

Job description

Veterinary Assistant/Technician

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dallas, Texas

Compensation: $16.00 - $20.00 / hour

Description

Do you want to be part of a veterinary team where collaboration matters, your skills are valued, and there is room to grow?

If you're a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician in Dallas, TX who enjoys working with patients, supporting doctors, connecting with clients, and being part of a true team, Vickery Place Animal Hospital may be the opportunity you've been looking for.

This is more than a job caring for animals. It's an opportunity to build your veterinary skills in a full-service hospital where teamwork, communication, and individualized patient care are at the center of what we do.

Build Your Skills on a Team That Works Together

Great veterinary medicine doesn't happen in isolation.

At Vickery Place, we believe the best patient care comes from a team that communicates, supports one another, and works together toward the same goal. You'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced veterinary professionals while developing your own skills and confidence.

Our full-service hospital provides a wide range of medicine and services, including:

• Preventative and wellness care
• Behavioral and internal medicine
• Soft-tissue surgery
• Orthopedic surgery
• Dentistry
• Endoscopy
• Dermatology and allergy care
• Ophthalmology
• Ultrasound and advanced diagnostics
• Laser therapy
• Nutrition and weight management
• Emergency care during hospital hours
• Boarding and grooming
• Care for dogs, cats, and pocket pets

That variety means your days won't all look the same, and you'll have opportunities to expand your knowledge across different areas of veterinary medicine.

Make an Impact Every Day

As a Veterinary Assistant or Technician, you'll help provide compassionate, high-quality care while supporting the veterinarians and the rest of the hospital team.

Your day may include:

• Providing hands‑on care for hospitalized and outpatient patients
• Assisting veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Preparing patients for surgery and other medical procedures
• Obtaining patient histories and monitoring vital signs
• Collecting blood and other laboratory samples
• Assisting with diagnostics and in‑house laboratory testing
• Supporting radiology, ultrasound, endoscopy, and other diagnostic services
• Administering medications as directed
• Assisting with anesthesia and surgical procedures based on training and experience
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Communicating with clients about patient care and treatment instructions
• Helping patients feel safe and comfortable throughout their visit
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area
• Working closely with doctors and teammates to provide an exceptional client and patient experience

We're looking for a veterinary professional who is compassionate, dependable, and excited to continue growing.

You may be a great fit if you have:

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician
• A genuine passion for animal care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A willingness to learn and develop new clinical skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• A positive, professional approach to patient and client care
• The ability to thrive in a busy veterinary hospital

Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are welcome to apply, as are experienced Veterinary Assistants looking to take the next step in their veterinary careers.

Invest in Your Veterinary Career

Vickery Place has served the Dallas community since 2006, and our focus has always been on building meaningful relationships with our patients, clients, and community.

We also believe our team deserves the same investment.

You’ll receive:

• $16-$20/hour based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Training and career development opportunities
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee discounts
• A collaborative, team-focused work environment

If you're a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician in Dallas, TX looking for a supportive team, opportunities to grow, and a hospital where your contribution matters, we'd love to meet you.