Veterinary Technician

CityVet; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pet-care Discounts

Uniform Allowance

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

CityVet Leander is opening a brand-new veterinary clinic in November 2026, and we’re seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team from the very beginning. This role helps build workflows, supports veterinarians, and delivers outstanding patient care as we grow together.

As a full-time VT, you’ll be part of a caring, team-oriented practice with opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, uniform allowance, and pet-care discounts. Join a culture that values people who care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old at hire.
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience with surgery.
• Ability to restrain animals safely.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia, x-rays, and post-op care.
• Obtain samples for testing and assist with lab work.
• Administer medications and follow doctor’s plan.
• Communicate with clients on care instructions.
• Support Client Service Specialist team as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Animal restraint

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Age 18+

1 year vet experience w/ surgery

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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