Veterinary Technician: Compassionate Care & Surgical Support

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC in Midland, TX seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians, monitor hospitalized pets, and assist with surgeries. The role focuses on compassionate care, client education, and accurate lab work in a fast-paced practice.

You'll handle radiographs, medication administration, safety protocols, and maintain inventory while delivering friendly service to pet owners; weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and equipment up to 25 pounds; assist heavier lifting with help.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including PPE.
• Basic math to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office.
• 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, as well as providing 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

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC in Midland, TX seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians, monitor hospitalized pets, and assist with surgeries. The role focuses on compassionate care, client education, and accurate lab work in a fast-paced practice.

You'll handle radiographs, medication administration, safety protocols, and maintain inventory while delivering friendly service to pet owners; weekend availability is required.