Veterinary Technician

Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Continuing education allowance

Job summary

Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician in Houston, Texas. This position offers competitive pay based on experience and includes an array of benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous PTO, and a supportive work environment. The ideal candidate should possess excellent patient handling skills, a passion for veterinary care, and strong communication abilities to foster client relationships. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on pet care!

Qualifications

• Experience in effective patient handling and restraint.
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines.
• Ability to perform emergency and surgical care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective patient handling and restraint.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients.
• Document patient records and client interactions succinctly.

Skills

Patient handling

Client education

Emergency care

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

Who we are:

Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

• Role: Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience & licensure

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

Do you have a passion for caring for pets and the people who love them?

At Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital, we are passionate about the care we provide to our patients and clients. Our goal is to provide the finest quality of care throughout our patients' lifetimes and to establish a permanent bond between our clients and our fantastic staff of compassionate and qualified veterinary professionals. When you join our family, you will help create healthier lives for countless pets and their families.

By joining the Veterinary Technician team at Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital, you can enjoy a meaningful career in a fun but professional team-oriented atmosphere. We value the personal and professional growth of all staff members. If you have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strive to never stop learning, and have a fiery passion for vet medicine, Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital may be the place for you!

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital

• Scheduling to support a proper work‑life balance
• Coworkers committed to your success
• Mentorship and support as you grow in your career
• A clinic culture without drama

What You’ll Contribute

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• Emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement
• Obtaining diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in‑house lab work
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff
• Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Ability to build rapport with clients, fellow team members, and leadership
• Client education and communication skills that convey our recommendations to clients in an easily understandable and professional manner
• A positive, supportive approach at all times
• Team leadership and motivation
• The confidence to own tasks and responsibilities and deliver positive outcomes

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 (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 allowanceUniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

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

Join Our Team!

Think you’re the Veterinary Technician we’re looking for? APPLY NOW so we can meet you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Memorial Veterinary Pet Care Hospital 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.