Veterinary Technician

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Hurst (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FREE CE courses

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Hurst, TX is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our supportive, patient-focused team. In this hands-on clinical role, you'll assist in examinations, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care while delivering excellent patient care.

You will benefit from a collaborative environment with growth opportunities through comprehensive learning programs and a robust benefits package that includes medical and mental health support, 401(k) matching, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience.
• CVT/LVT/RVT credentials encouraged.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assisting.
• Strong attention to detail and clinical observation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Preparing patients and surgical instruments for procedures.
• Monitoring anesthetic patients (ASA I–III).
• Collecting laboratory samples and performing in-house diagnostics.
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assisting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT credentials

Job description

Veterinary Technician – Hurst, TX

Provide Compassionate, High‑Quality Care in a Collaborative Practice. Thrive Pet Healthcare – Hurst is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our supportive, patient‑focused team. This hands‑on clinical role is ideal for technicians who enjoy working collaboratively, delivering excellent patient care, and being part of a positive, team‑oriented hospital environment.

You’ll experience the close‑knit feel of a community hospital with the tools, resources, and growth opportunities of the Thrive Pet Healthcare network.

What You’ll Do

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Supporting anesthesia, surgical assisting, and post‑operative care
• Preparing patients and surgical instruments for procedures
• Monitoring anesthetic patients (ASA I–III)
• Collecting laboratory samples and performing in‑house diagnostics
• Operating digital radiography and advanced diagnostic equipment
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed
• Accurately documenting patient histories and medical records
• Maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and lab areas
• Using safe restraint techniques to ensure patient and team safety
• Working collaboratively with technicians, assistants, and doctors to support smooth patient flow

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience
• CVT/LVT/RVT credentials encouraged
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assisting
• Strong attention to detail and clinical observation skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, high‑quality general practice

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are

• Compassionate and patient‑focused
• Reliable, organized, and proactive
• A strong team player who enjoys collaboration and learning

About The Hospital

At Thrive Pet Healthcare – Hurst, we offer primary care services for cats and dogs in Hurst, Euless, Bedford, TX, and surrounding cities. We provide wellness and preventive care, surgery (spay/neuter), vaccines, diagnostic testing (in‑house and reference labs), and dental cleanings.

You’ll Grow with Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skill‑set programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

Benefits – Our Care in Action

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing, including:

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Mental health support through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for new pet adoptions
• Backup childcare and elder care support
• FREE CE courses
• Pet care discounts and perks
• Student loan support tools

Some benefits are available to full‑time team members (30+ hours/week) and may be subject to eligibility requirements.