Veterinary Technician

Careerwebsite; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and discounts

Free CE courses

Job summary

Rowlett Veterinary Clinic in Rowlett, TX is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our growing, hands‑on clinical team. This role supports veterinarians during exams, assists with surgery, and delivers high‑quality care in a community‑focused practice.

As part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll work with a nationwide network, access extensive CE resources, and grow professionally in a fast‑paced hospital that values teamwork and client education.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of clinical veterinary experience required
• CVT/LVT/RVT credentials encouraged
• Experience assisting with surgery and post‑operative care
• Strong technical and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork mindset

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Prepare patients and surgical instruments for procedures
• Provide surgical assistance and post-operative nursing care
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Assist with outpatient treatments and in-house laboratory testing
• Support patient flow through admissions and discharges
• Collect patient histories and maintain accurate medical records
• Use safe restraint techniques and follow standard protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and lab areas
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns, medications, and treatment plans
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient hospital operations

Skills

Clinical veterinary experience

Surgical assistance

Communication skills

Teamwork mindset

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT credentials encouraged

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Rowlett Veterinary Clinic

Rowlett, TX

Deliver Compassionate, High-Quality Care in a Community-Focused Practice

Rowlett Veterinary Clinic, a proud Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. This is a hands‑on clinical role ideal for technicians who enjoy working collaboratively, delivering excellent patient care, and being part of a supportive, fast‑paced environment.

You’ll experience the close‑knit feel of a community hospital with the tools, resources, and career opportunities of Thrive’s nationwide network

What You’ll Do

• Supporting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Preparing patients and surgical instruments for procedures
• Providing surgical assistance and post‑operative nursing care
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed
• Assisting with outpatient treatments and in‑house laboratory testing
• Supporting patient flow through admissions and discharges
• Collecting patient histories and maintaining accurate medical records
• Using safe restraint techniques and following standard protocols
• Maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and lab areas
• Communicating with clients about pet health concerns, medications, and treatment plans
• Collaborating with team members to ensure efficient hospital operations

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Skills

• 1-2 years of clinical veterinary experience required
• CVT/LVT/RVT credentials encouraged
• Experience assisting with surgery and post‑operative care
• Strong technical and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Commitment to creating a low‑stress, compassionate experience for patients

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are

• Self‑motivated and dependable
• Detail‑oriented and clinically confident
• Passionate about patient care and learning
• Supportive and collaborative with teammates

About Rowlett Veterinary Clinic

Rowlett Veterinary Clinic provides primary care for cats and dogs across Rowlett, Rockwall, Garland, Mesquite, Wylie, and Sachse. We specialize in dental care, wellness, and preventive services, and we welcome walk‑ins.

From kittens to senior pets, our team is equipped to provide care at every stage of life, including vaccinations, microchipping, and comprehensive wellness services.

You’ll Grow with Us

• 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

• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full‑time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people-through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well‑being initiatives-so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler- giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.