Veterinary Technician - 4-Day Week, Growth & Benefits

Veterinary Practice Partners; Friendswood (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Parkwood Animal Hospital in Friendswood, TX is seeking a full Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees, plus professional development

Qualifications

• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal handling

Disease state awareness

Safety guidelines knowledge

Job description

Parkwood Animal Hospital in Friendswood, TX is seeking a full Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees, plus professional development