Veterinary Technician

Baytown Veterinary Management Inc; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health, dental, vision

401(k)

Continuing education support

Uniform allowance

Generous pet benefits

Job summary

Woodforest Animal Hospital in Montgomery, TX is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our medical team. You will lead the exam-room workflow from intake to discharge, obtain histories and vitals, and educate clients on vaccines and wellness care.

The role includes performing blood draws, diagnostics, and assisting with treatment plans in a busy, supportive environment. We offer competitive hourly pay from $18–$25, PTO, health benefits, 401(k), CE support, uniform allowance, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Strong client communication and education skills.
• Detail-oriented with accurate medical records.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of exam-room workflow from intake through discharge.
• Obtain thorough patient histories, vitals, and TPR.
• Educate clients about vaccines, parasite prevention, medications, and wellness care.
• Assist veterinarians with treatment plans and communicate recommendations clearly to clients.
• Perform blood draws and other sample collection.
• Perform diagnostics including laboratory tests, radiographs, cytology, urinalysis, and fecal testing.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

2+ years experience

Client communication

Tools

Blood draws

Lab testing

Radiographs

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Woodforest Animal Hospital – Montgomery, TX
$18–$25/hour | Full-Time

Compensation is based on demonstrated technical skills, experience, and ability.

Come Work Somewhere You Can Actually Make an Impact

At Woodforest Animal Hospital, we want our technicians to be more than an extra set of hands.

Our technicians are an important part of the medical team. You'll have the opportunity to use your skills, build relationships with clients, advocate for patients, and take real ownership of the exam room.

We're building a hospital where good people enjoy coming to work, everyone knows their role, and great work is recognized. We value teamwork, communication, accountability, and mutual respect and we're looking for an experienced technician who wants to be part of that.

Why You'll Love Working at Woodforest

• $18–$25/hour, based on demonstrated experience and skill level

• PTO and paid holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits

• 401(k)

• Continuing education support

• Uniform allowance

• Generous employee pet benefits

• A team that values communication, respect, and accountability

• The opportunity to use your technical skills and continue growing

• A meaningful role in patient care and the client experience

• Clear expectations and a structured workflow

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician who is confident in the exam room, enjoys working with clients, and takes pride in delivering excellent patient care.

You'll help lead the patient visit from intake through discharge while working closely with the veterinarian and the rest of the medical team.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of exam-room workflow from intake through discharge

• Obtain thorough patient histories, vitals, and TPR

• Review preventive care and identify services that are due

• Educate clients about vaccines, parasite prevention, medications, and wellness care

• Assist veterinarians with treatment plans and communicate recommendations clearly to clients

• Perform blood draws and other sample collection

• Perform and assist with diagnostics, including laboratory testing, radiographs, cytology, urinalysis, and fecal testing

• Administer medications and injections as directed by the veterinarian

• Maintain accurate, thorough medical records

• Ensure services and treatments are accurately captured and charged

• Perform technician appointments, including blood draws, bandage changes, post-operative checks, and laser therapy

• Prepare medication refill requests for veterinarian approval

• Help keep patient care moving efficiently throughout the day

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have 2+ years of veterinary technician experience

• Are comfortable taking ownership of an exam room

• Communicate confidently and professionally with clients

• Enjoy educating pet owners and building relationships with them

• Have strong technical and patient-care skills

• Take pride in accurate medical records and attention to detail

• Can stay organized and composed in a busy hospital

• Want to continue learning and improving your skills

• Are dependable, positive, and willing to help your teammates

• Want to be part of a team where everyone is expected to contribute

What Does the Upper End of the Pay Range Look Like?

Technicians considered toward the upper end of our range should be able to independently demonstrate many of the following:

• Confident venipuncture and IV catheter placement

• Safe patient restraint and handling

• Quality diagnostic radiographs

• Laboratory sample collection and processing

• Strong anesthesia monitoring skills

• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography experience

• Medication calculations and administration

• Efficient exam-room management

• Accurate and timely medical documentation

• Confident client education and treatment-plan communication

• Ability to anticipate the veterinarian's needs and keep appointments moving

• Ability to help train and support less-experienced team members

We value capability and performance. If you have the skills, we want to recognize them.

About Woodforest Animal Hospital

Woodforest Animal Hospital serves Montgomery and the surrounding communities with a focus on excellent medicine, compassionate patient care, and a great client experience.

We're continuing to grow, and we're intentionally building a team of people who care about their work and about each other.

Our values are simple: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion. Kindness.