Veterinary Technician

CityVet; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pet-care Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

CityVet Leander is a brand-new veterinary clinic opening in November 2026, and we’re seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team from the start. You will help build a positive team culture, establish workflows, and deliver high-quality patient care as we grow together.

The VT will assist veterinarians, manage patient prep for surgery, obtain samples, administer medications, and communicate with clients to ensure proper care under the DVM’s plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 18 years old at hire.
• At least 1 year in veterinary industry with surgery experience.
• Ability to restrain animals safely.
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology and medications.
• Lifts up to 50 lbs; frequent standing and bending.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians by prepping for surgery and monitoring post-op.
• Obtain samples for testing and help interpret results.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and anesthesia as directed.
• Communicate with clients and relay care instructions.
• Support front office and client service as needed.

Skills

Animal restraint

Surgical assistance

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Vet terminology

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Your Kind of Care.

At CityVet, care is personal. It’s the way we care for our patients, connect with our clients, and support one another. Our vet-led clinics are built around people who are passionate about making a difference and empowered to provide care in a way that feels authentic to them. When you join CityVet, you’re joining a team that values who you are, invests in where you want to go, and believes the best care starts with people who truly care.

That’s Your Kind of Care.

Join Us for the Opening of Our Brand-New Clinic!

CityVet Leander is a brand-new veterinary clinic opening in November 2026, and we’re looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our team from the very beginning. This is an exciting opportunity to help build a positive team culture, establish great workflows, and provide excellent patient care as we grow together.

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Technician (VT) is responsible for maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by helping the Veterinarian leverage their time and efforts to meet the needs of their clients and patients. The Veterinary Technician works to relieve the Veterinarian from technical work and administrative detail to achieve greater levels of efficiency in daily practice. Veterinary Technicians help facilitate and streamline communication from the operating room to the front office staff and most importantly, the client.

Essential qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience with surgery experience
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication
• Lift 50 lbs to waist height
• Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication & listening skills
• Self-motivated & team-oriented

A day in the life:

• Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery (administer anesthesia/take x-rays/gather lab specimen), monitor patients post-op & restrain animals during exams
• Obtain Samples - gather stool, blood, and other samples for testing
• Testing - test the samples gathered and help to interpret the results
• Administer Medications - give patients accurate dosage of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other medications indicated by the DVM
• Client Communication - obtain medical information from the clients and provide the client proper instruction on how to care for the animal under the veterinarian’s plan of care
• Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed

In addition to health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, a competitive 401k program, vision and dental insurance, and HSA options, our full-time employees receive:

• Generous Pet-care Discounts
• Uniform Allowance
• Growth Opportunities

Caring For You

• Investment in Your Future. A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match, a Health Savings Account option, and growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance. Enjoy paid time off and floating holidays, flexible schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Exceptional Health and Supplemental Benefits. Health, Dental (+Adult Ortho option!), Vision, Disability, & Life Insurance, Personal Pet-Care Program, Employee Discount Program.
• Care When You Need It. We provide free telemedicine for all full-time team members and their families, as well as comprehensive in-the-moment mental health benefits through our robust Employee Assistance Program.

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