Veterinary Technician

Aavld; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join their team in Houston, Texas. In this full-time role, you will perform key technical responsibilities such as administering drugs, managing patient care, and assisting in diagnostic testing, ensuring the highest quality service for pets and their owners. The position offers exceptional compensation, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

Exceptional compensation

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Tuition Reimbursement

401(K) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Generous CE allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary medicine.
• Completion of a two-year or four-year AVMA accredited veterinary technology program.

Responsibilities

• Perform intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture.
• Administer drugs (IV, SQ, Oral).
• Assist with radiographic procedures.
• Provide care to hospitalized patients.
• Client communication and education.

Skills

Client communication

Patient care

Invoicing management

Education

Completion of an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, Texas

Description

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is now hiring for a Veterinary Technician to join our team!

Our focus is on being a place of comfort for our clients and pets, in sickness and in health. You will have the opportunity to reach your full potential as a Veterinary Technician performing all technical responsibilities to provide quality patient care.

Here is What Your day May Consist of:

• Intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture
• Administer drugs (IV, SQ, Oral)
• Assist with radiographic procedures
• Perform diagnostic blood, urine, and fecal testing
• Provide care to hospitalized patients
• Manage invoicing of patients
• Client communication and education
• Admitting and discharging patients

Here is What You Will Bring to the Position:

• Completion of a two-year or four-year American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited veterinary technology program from a community college, college, or university
• Experience in veterinary medicine

Here is What We Will Offer You:

• Exceptional compensation
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
• Retirement: 401(K) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Training and career development
• Paid license fees and dues
• Generous CE allowance
• Paid VTS specialization

About West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates serves the dogs and cats of West Houston in Briar Forest, Texas. Our focus is on pet education, open communication, and patient-focused care. Our top-notch veterinary services include but are not limited to, allergy and dermatology, vaccinations, spay and neuter, dental care, laser therapy, pet counseling, in-house diagnostics, surgery, and wellness care for all life stages.

Our team continually learns so that we can offer our patients the most up-to-date veterinary care with compassion and collaboration. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.