Veterinary Technician

Cornerstone Animal Clinic; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

529 Savings Plan

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Sick Time / PTO

Employee pet discounts

VTNE reimbursement

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Vetcor TechLife access

Job summary

Cornerstone Animal Clinic in Dallas, TX is hiring a Veterinary Technician to join a well-established hospital. You will work with a dedicated team to provide high‑quality patient care in a supportive environment.

The role offers a four‑day workweek, regular lunch breaks, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community. Competitive compensation is based on experience and skill set, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Passion for pets and veterinary medicine with commitment to patient care.
• Veterinary technician education or relevant training.
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a collaborative veterinary environment.
• Positive, supportive, professional approach with coworkers and clients.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable follow-through.
• Willingness to share knowledge and help teammates grow.
• Desire to continue learning and developing your veterinary skills.
• Ability to tolerate frequent puppy kisses and kitty headbutts.
• Spidey powers appreciated, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians in providing medical care to patients.
• Assist with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing comfort.
• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples as appropriate.
• Administer medications and treatments under veterinarian direction.
• Assist with surgical preparation, anesthesia, and recovery as appropriate.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
• Anticipate needs of veterinarians and teammates to promote workflow.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment and patient-care areas.
• Share knowledge and experience with teammates.
• Support a positive workplace culture built on teamwork and respect.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Mentorship willingness

Education

Veterinary technician education or training

Job description

Who we are:

Cornerstone Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details Role: Veterinary Technician Status: Full-time Salary: Competitive and based on experience and skill set Schedule: Consistent four-day workweek with rotating Saturday shifts

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, a 529 Savings Plan, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; supplemental insurance options; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education allowance, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Four-day workweeks, regular lunch breaks, six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community of more than 800 veterinary technicians

Looking for a Veterinary Technician role where great medicine, work-life balance, and a genuinely supportive team all come together? Cornerstone Animal Clinic would love to meet you!

Cornerstone Animal Clinic in Dallas, TX, is a well-established hospital looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. We work together to uphold high standards of patient care while remembering something equally important: to take great care of our patients, we also have to take care of one another.

We’ve built a supportive, fun environment where teamwork, camaraderie, learning, and professional growth are part of everyday life. Add in consistent scheduling, four-day workweeks, regular lunch breaks, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together, and you’ve got a pretty great place to build your veterinary career.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Consistent four-day workweeks that support a healthier work-life balance
• Supportive, fun, team-oriented hospital culture
• Regular lunch breaks—because veterinary professionals need time to recharge too
• Opportunities to use, strengthen, and expand your technical skills
• Mentorship and support as you grow and advance your career
• Leadership that values collaboration, mutual respect, and professional development
• Quarterly team rewards and recognition
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Support veterinarians in providing exceptional medical care to patients
• Assist with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing their comfort and well-being
• Collect and prepare diagnostic samples as appropriate
• Administer medications and treatments under veterinarian direction
• Assist with surgical preparation, procedures, anesthesia, and patient recovery as appropriate to your skill level
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients about their pets’ care
• Maintain complete and accurate patient medical records
• Anticipate the needs of veterinarians and teammates to promote efficient hospital workflow
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and patient-care areas
• Share your knowledge, skills, and experience with teammates
• Support a positive workplace culture built on teamwork and mutual respect

What You’ll Bring

• Passion for pets, veterinary medicine, and exceptional patient care
• Veterinary technician experience or relevant veterinary education and training
• Strong animal-handling and patient-care skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a collaborative veterinary environment
• Positive, supportive, and professional approach to coworkers and clients
• Strong attention to detail and dependable follow-through
• Willingness to share knowledge and help teammates grow
• Desire to continue learning and developing your veterinary skills
• Ability to tolerate frequent puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
• Spidey powers appreciated, but definitely not required

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A four-day workweek that gives you more time for life outside the hospital
• Consistent scheduling that makes planning ahead easier
• Regular lunch breaks
• Mentorship and support as you advance your career
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education support to keep your skills growing
• A team that believes remarkable results come from teamwork and mutual respect

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of more than 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Veterinary Technician who wants to practice excellent medicine alongside exceptional people, keep growing professionally, and still have time for life outside the hospital, we’d love to meet you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Cornerstone Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our workplace by bringing different perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to creating a culture where employees can be their authentic selves, feel a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.