Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Animal Medical Center of McKinney is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative team. This full-time role works in surgery and treatment rooms, supporting anesthesia, nursing care, and medical records, while delivering outstanding client communication.

The schedule is 4 days per week with no weekends, promoting a healthier work-life balance. We offer competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, PTO, and employee pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Active Veterinary Technician with clinical experience in surgery and treatment areas.
• Strong anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery skills.
• Excellent client communication and education abilities.
• Ability to multitask in a busy hospital.
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgeries, and other procedures.
• Provide nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Prepare patients, surgical suites, instruments, and equipment for procedures.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and documentation.
• Monitor patient vital signs and communicate changes to the veterinarian.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs and assist with in-house lab work.

Skills

Strong surgical skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiographs

Team collaboration

Job description

Who We Are

Animal Medical Center of McKinney is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule: 4 days per week; No weekends

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 pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: No nights, weekends, or holidays; six paid holidays; an Employee Assistance Program; and an employee discount program

Are you ready for a Veterinary Technician schedule that doesn’t read like a BINGO card? If you’re tired of nights, weekends, holidays, and unpredictable schedules, Animal Medical Center of McKinney wants to talk. We believe you can provide exceptional veterinary care and still have a life outside the hospital. Our team values a healthy work-life balance and wants to see you succeed both professionally and personally. We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. This role is ideal for a confident, skilled technician who is comfortable working in both surgery and treatment rooms and enjoys being an essential part of a collaborative veterinary team. Our ideal candidate has strong surgical and anesthesia experience, takes pride in providing excellent patient care, communicates effectively with clients and coworkers, and is eager to continue growing professionally. Leadership potential is a plus for the right candidate.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Consistent scheduling designed to support a healthy work-life balance
• A supportive, collaborative team that genuinely helps one another succeed
• Opportunities to fully utilize your surgical, anesthesia, and treatment-room skills
• Leadership that values your experience and encourages professional growth
• Mentorship and continuing education opportunities to help you keep leveling up
• A positive workplace built on teamwork, respect, and excellent medicine
• Opportunities for experienced technicians interested in developing leadership skills

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, surgeries, and other procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Prepare patients, surgical suites, instruments, and equipment for procedures
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and accurate anesthetic documentation
• Monitor patient vital signs and communicate changes promptly to the veterinarian
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and diagnostic sample collection
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for reference laboratories
• Work confidently in treatment rooms while assisting DVMs with appointments and patient care
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients
• Educate clients regarding medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records
• Keep surgical, treatment, and exam areas clean, organized, stocked, and ready for patient care
• Anticipate the needs of the veterinary team to promote efficiency and exceptional patient care

What You’ll Bring

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience in a clinical setting
• Strong surgical and anesthesia-monitoring experience
• Confidence assisting with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory procedures, and diagnostic imaging
• Safe and effective patient-handling and restraint skills
• Comfort working in both surgery and treatment‑room environments
• Excellent client communication and education skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and maintain high standards of patient care in a busy hospital
• Confidence taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities
• Positive attitude, dependability, and a collaborative, team‑first mindset
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development
• Leadership interest or potential is a plus
• Genuine passion for veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Animal Medical Center of McKinney, we believe caring for our patients starts with caring for one another. We work together to uphold high standards of medicine while creating a supportive environment where teammates are encouraged to learn, grow, and help each other succeed. You’ll have the opportunity to use your technical skills every day, continue expanding your knowledge, and work alongside people who value your contributions. Add in consistent scheduling with no nights, weekends, or holiday shifts, and you’ll find a hospital committed to supporting both your veterinary career and your life outside of work.

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 or 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 veterinary technician 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

Join Our Team!

If you’re an experienced Veterinary Technician looking for a hospital where you can use your surgical and technical skills, continue growing professionally, and enjoy a schedule that respects your life outside of work, we’d love to meet you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Animal Medical Center of McKinney and Vetcor. We’re committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their full potential.