Veterinary Technician

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Canyon Lake (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Mental health resources

Parental leave

Pet adoption leave

Backups for childcare

Fertility support

CE courses

Vet discounts

Student loan support

Job summary

CanyonVet Canyon Lake in Canyon Lake, TX is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our hospital team. You will support veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and post-operative care, including anesthesia monitoring and in-house diagnostics.

The role emphasizes hands-on nursing, client education, and meticulous record-keeping in a fast-paced clinic environment. This position offers full-time hours on a 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary technician experience required.
• Surgical and anesthesia experience strongly preferred.
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and procedures
• Prepare and monitor patients for surgery, including anesthesia monitoring
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and lab sample collection
• Run in-house diagnostics and maintain accurate medical records
• Provide nursing care, including patient monitoring and treatments
• Educate clients on medications, post-op care, and preventative health
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and surgical areas
• Support team members across all departments as needed

Skills

Vet technician experience

Surgical experience

Anesthesia experience

Multitasking

Job description

Description

Veterinary Technician

CanyonVet Canyon Lake – Canyon Lake, TX

Full-time: 4 day, 10 hour shift 7:30am-6pm

About You

You’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end‑to‑end care for our precious patients. Your life‑changing work will range from the hands‑on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including intake and discharging patients. The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and procedures
• Prepare and monitor patients for surgery, including anesthesia monitoring
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and lab sample collection
• Run in‑house diagnostics and maintain accurate medical records
• Provide nursing care, including patient monitoring and treatments
• Educate clients on medications, post‑op care, and preventative health
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and surgical areas
• Support team members across all departments as needed

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary technician experience required
• Surgical and anesthesia experience strongly preferred
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast‑paced setting
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, positive attitude toward patients and clients

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Pet adoption leave (Purr‑ental leave)
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Support for fertility and family planning
• Free continuing education courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance
• Eligible for full‑time team members working at least 30 hours per week (some benefits may be subject to waiting periods or service requirements)