Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Vetcor joins Independence Equine & Small Animal Clinic as an experienced Equine Veterinary Technician in a full-time, daytime role. You will assist veterinarians on farm calls and in-clinic procedures, support lameness exams, dentistry, surgery, and emergency care, and provide nursing care and patient monitoring for horses and large animals.

We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, tuition support, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team

Qualifications

• Experience with horses is required.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Full-time role with regular daytime schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians on farm calls and in-clinic procedures
• Support lameness exams, reproductive work, dentistry, surgery, and emergency care
• Administer medications, vaccines, IV fluids, and anesthesia monitoring
• Collect and run lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, etc.)
• Provide nursing care and patient monitoring
• Assist with radiographs, pre-purchase exams, and diagnostics
• Handle and restrain horses safely and confidently
• Communicate effectively with clients and educate on care
• Maintain inventory, equipment, and treatment areas
• Participate in daily barn care and hospitalized patient management

Skills

Equine care

Restraint & handling

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia support

Team collaboration

Client communication

Job description

Who We Are

• Role: Experienced Equine Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM-5 PM. Weekends off!
• Requirements: Experience with horses is required

We’re growing—and we’re looking for a skilled, hardworking Equine / Large Animal Veterinary Technician to join our team! This is a full-time position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality care to horses and large animal patients.

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love

• Scheduling that fosters a proper work-life balance
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Coworkers committed to your success
• Exceptional benefits to keep life awesome

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians on farm calls and in-clinic procedures
• Support lameness exams, reproductive work, dentistry, surgery, and emergency care
• Administer medications, vaccines, IV fluids, and anesthesia monitoring
• Collect and run lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, etc.)
• Provide nursing care and patient monitoring
• Assist with radiographs, pre-purchase exams, and diagnostics
• Handle and restrain horses safely and confidently
• Communicate effectively with clients and educate on care
• Maintain inventory, equipment, and treatment areas
• Participate in daily barn care and hospitalized patient management

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Strong skills in restraint, handling, and safety
• Knowledge of common equine diseases, medications, and treatments
• Comfortable with IV catheter placement, injections, and anesthesia support
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

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

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Independence Equine & Small Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.