Veterinary Nurse/Tech: Elevate Patient Care & Teamwork

North Channel Animal Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) seeks a bilingual Veterinary Nurse/Technician to join a fast-paced general practice environment. You will provide advanced nursing care, diagnostics, anesthesia support, and client education to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.

Credentialed technicians or non-credentialed with 2 years’ experience are welcome. Strong clinical, technical, communication, and organizational skills are required; leadership development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Credentialed technician; graduation from an accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program preferred
• Credentialed, licensed, or registered as required by state or provincial regulation
• Non-credentialed with 2 years’ experience
• Strong clinical, technical, communication, and organizational skills
• Bilingual preferred
• Experience in emergency, specialty, or high-acuity practice
• Interest in leadership, training, or advanced clinical development

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care across all phases of the patient experience, including intake, diagnostics, treatment, procedures, anesthesia, and recovery
• Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor vital signs and clinical status, and document findings accurately in the medical record
• Calculate, prepare, administer, and monitor medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed by a veterinarian and permitted by law
• Assist with diagnostic procedures, including laboratory testing, imaging preparation, and sample collection
• Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition
• Advocate for patient safety, comfort, pain management, and evidence-based medical care
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and client service team to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient care delivery
• Partner with veterinary assistants to support efficient, team-based care by ensuring responsibilities align with each role’s intended scope and skill set
• Support the development of the healthcare team through collaborative learning, knowledge-sharing, and clinical guidance
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, communication, and patient care
• Provide clear, compassionate education to clients regarding diagnostics, treatments, medications, and ongoing care
• Reinforce medical recommendations and ensure client understanding
• Support client understanding of recommended treatments by answering appropriate questions and providing calm, compassionate communication during difficult situations
• Practice in accordance with applicable state or provincial veterinary practice acts and hospital policies
• Maintain active licensure, certification, or registration and required continuing education for credentialed technicians
• Comply with all hospital protocols, including but not limited to safety practices, infection control standards, and controlled substance procedures
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, accountability, and professionalism
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
• Properly use, clean, and maintain medical equipment and supplies
• Collaborate effectively with the entire healthcare team to support patient care and hospital operations

Skills

Clinical skills

Technical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual

Emergency/ER experience

Leadership interest

Job description

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) seeks a bilingual Veterinary Nurse/Technician to join a fast-paced general practice environment. You will provide advanced nursing care, diagnostics, anesthesia support, and client education to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.

Credentialed technicians or non-credentialed with 2 years’ experience are welcome. Strong clinical, technical, communication, and organizational skills are required; leadership development is encouraged.