Veterinary Technician - Compassionate Pet Care Pro

Petco; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in the United States is hiring a Veterinary Technician to support Vetco Total Care patients and deliver outstanding client care. You will work under veterinarians and hospital leaders to ensure accurate records, proper patient handling, and compassionate service.

You will greet clients, take vitals, assist with surgeries and dentistry, manage medications, and keep the EMR up to date while upholding Petco's commitment to animal welfare and teamwork.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent completed to pursue credentialed veterinary technician status.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Technician.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; compassionate and team-oriented.
• Comfort with computers and telephone communications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients, measure vitals, and document patient history in EMR.
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Restrain patients, collect lab samples, handle medications, and maintain EMR.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, and manage inventory and records.
• Prepare patients for surgery/dental procedures and monitor anesthesia per vet direction.
• Provide in-hospital treatments including injections and IV therapies.
• Participate in training of new staff and share knowledge.
• Keep hospital clean and maintain maintenance schedule.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Compassionate

Education

College education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Tools

EMR software

Phone system

Job description

Petco in the United States is hiring a Veterinary Technician to support Vetco Total Care patients and deliver outstanding client care. You will work under veterinarians and hospital leaders to ensure accurate records, proper patient handling, and compassionate service.

You will greet clients, take vitals, assist with surgeries and dentistry, manage medications, and keep the EMR up to date while upholding Petco's commitment to animal welfare and teamwork.