Veterinary Technician: Care, Surgery & Client Support

Petco; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital team. You will deliver high-quality patient care and exceptional client service in a busy setting.

Required credentials include a credentialed Veterinary Technician status and at least 1 year of hospital experience, with strong communication, teamwork, and computer skills. The role emphasizes compassion, safety, and collaboration with veterinarians.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic.
• Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.
• Must have telephone and computer skills.
• Must have experience in a veterinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, record vital signs and history in EMR.
• Assist veterinarian with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Handle and dispense medications and maintain EMR.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, manage records and accounts receivable.
• Prepare patients for procedures and monitor anesthesia with veterinarian direction.
• Provide in-hospital treatments and discharge planning; ensure patient comfort.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Compassionate

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

College degree or equivalent

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital team. You will deliver high-quality patient care and exceptional client service in a busy setting.

Required credentials include a credentialed Veterinary Technician status and at least 1 year of hospital experience, with strong communication, teamwork, and computer skills. The role emphasizes compassion, safety, and collaboration with veterinarians.