Veterinary Technician: Compassionate Care & Flexible Hours

Cobb Veterinary Clinic; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Cobb Veterinary Clinic, serving Midland and surrounding areas for 40 years, seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and the team in patient care, treatment, and routine in-house lab work.

You will assist with exams, surgeries, and client education, while maintaining inventory, preparing prescriptions, and educating clients on care and procedures. This role offers flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds; assist with heavier lifting.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, etc.).
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and provide client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Cobb Veterinary Clinic, serving Midland and surrounding areas for 40 years, seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and the team in patient care, treatment, and routine in-house lab work.

You will assist with exams, surgeries, and client education, while maintaining inventory, preparing prescriptions, and educating clients on care and procedures. This role offers flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package.