Veterinary Technician: Elevate Patient Care & Team Impact

Petco; Highland Village (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinarian Technician to support Vetco Total Care hospital patients and deliver exceptional client care. You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia while maintaining accurate records and patient comfort.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate communication with clients, and ongoing learning to apply new techniques in a fast-paced hospital setting. Strong computer and phone skills are required.

Qualifications

• College or college-equivalent education with Credentialed Veterinary Technician status.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a veterinary practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, sympathetic, and professional demeanor under stress.
• Telephone and computer skills are required.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, obtain weight and vitals, and document in EMR.
• Assist veterinarian with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia.
• Perform restraint, process lab samples, dispense medications, and maintain EMR.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, relay test results, and manage records.
• Prepare patients for procedures and monitor anesthesia, then discharge or transfer.
• Provide in-hospital treatments and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Train new staff and maintain a clean, organized hospital environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and support front desk as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Compassionate

Team player

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Willingness to learn

Adaptability

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Electronic medical record

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinarian Technician to support Vetco Total Care hospital patients and deliver exceptional client care. You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia while maintaining accurate records and patient comfort.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate communication with clients, and ongoing learning to apply new techniques in a fast-paced hospital setting. Strong computer and phone skills are required.