Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k)

Employee pet discounts

Continuing education

Job summary

The VCA Lakeline Animal Hospital in Austin, TX is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join the team. The role involves venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, dentistry, lab work and patient recovery.

We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for continuing education and growth within a large veterinary network. This position is full-time, based in Austin, with 4x10 schedules including Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to assist with venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology and anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and assist in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Take detailed medical histories and vitals.
• Fill prescriptions as allowed by law.
• Perform lab work and diagnostic imaging.
• Provide compassionate care for hospitalized animals.
• Maintain medical records and assist staff as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Radiology

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical prep/assist

Patient recovery

Medical records

Job description

Join The VCA Lakeline Animal Hospital Team as a Veterinary Technician/Assistant!

Location: 12010 Ranch Rd 620 N, Austin, TX 78750
Schedule: 4x10's, Saturdays
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00/hr

VCA Lakeline Animal Hospital Team is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant to join the team in Austin, TX. We are looking for a VA who can assist with venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, physical examinations, surgical preparation and assistance, dentistry, laboratory work, pharmacy, and patient recovery.

As a member of the VCA team, you will support the Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. The skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:

• Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals.
• Maintaining medical records.
• Assisting our wonderful Doctor and Technician staff as needed.
• Maintaining a clean, safe hospital environment.

Why Join the VCA Family?

We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Assistant career has to offer. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.

Benefits

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Continuing education opportunities
• Tuition support and sponsorshipsFree mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous pet care discounts
• Life, long and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k)
• Full-time and Part-time positions available

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com