Veterinary Technician: Compassionate Animal Care

CityVet; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & floating holidays

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Life Insurance

Job summary

CityVet is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. The technician will help veterinarians by preparing patients for procedures, restraining animals, obtaining samples, and communicating care plans to clients.

Essential qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of veterinary experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and strong communication skills. Compensation is based on experience and education, with comprehensive benefits.

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery (administer anesthesia/take x-rays/gather lab specimens), 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.

Skills

Animal restraint

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Veterinary terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CityVet is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. The technician will help veterinarians by preparing patients for procedures, restraining animals, obtaining samples, and communicating care plans to clients.

Essential qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of veterinary experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and strong communication skills. Compensation is based on experience and education, with comprehensive benefits.